Delhi's 250-Year-Old Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque: History, Management & Recent Demolition Drive
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News18•07-01-2026, 12:13
Delhi's 250-Year-Old Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque: History, Management & Recent Demolition Drive
- •Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque in Old Delhi is a 250-year-old historical and spiritual site, built by Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Faiz-e-Ilahi in the late 18th century.
- •The mosque showcases Mughal architectural style, built with red sandstone and white marble, embodying Delhi's 'Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb'.
- •Managed by the Delhi Waqf Board, with daily operations handled by a local committee, it's also monitored by ASI for heritage preservation.
- •It has witnessed major historical events like the 1857 revolt and 1947 Partition, serving as a refuge and symbol of faith.
- •Recent demolition by MCD, following Delhi High Court orders, removed illegal encroachments around the mosque on January 7, 2026, leading to protests and police action.
Why It Matters: Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque, a 250-year-old Delhi heritage, recently saw encroachment removal amidst protests.
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