Indo Islamic Heritage
In terms of transport and accessibility, E-Roshan Munawar is well connected within Kadapa city: The nearest railway station is Kadapa Railway Station, located approximately 2–3 km from Maruthi Nagar, providing rail links to major destinations such as Vijayawada, Hyderabad, and Chennai. The nearest bus facility is the APSRTC Kadapa Bus Stand, about 2–3 km away, with frequent regular services to surrounding towns and cities across Andhra Pradesh. The nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated roughly 70–75 km from the city center, offering domestic flight connections. Local auto-rickshaws, taxis, and city buses offer convenient last-mile connectivity from these transit hubs to the mosque.
E-Roshan Munawar is a neighborhood mosque and community prayer center located in Maruthi Nagar, Kadapa, in the YSR district of Andhra Pradesh (PIN 516001). The mosque was established by the local Muslim residents of Maruthi Nagar and surrounding neighborhoods to provide a dedicated space for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumu‘ah) congregations, and observances during significant Islamic occasions such as Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr, and Eid-ul-Adha. The name Roshan Munawar—meaning “illuminated and blessed”—reflects the mosque’s aim of being a source of spiritual light, peace, and blessing for worshippers and the community. Over the years, E-Roshan Munawar has also supported Qur’anic recitation, moral guidance discussions, community gatherings, and basic religious instruction, helping foster unity, spiritual growth, and mutual support among families and youth in Maruthi Nagar and nearby areas. Its presence underscores the continuity of Islamic devotional life and community cohesion within Kadapa’s multicultural urban setting.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Maruthi Nagar, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh 516001
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
District: Kadapa
Pincode: 516001
Longitude: 78.820° E
Latitude: 14.470° N