Indo Islamic Heritage
Madrasa Razviyyah Faizan‑e‑Azhari is a Sunni‑Barelvi‑affiliated madrasa in North Goa, founded by Jamat Raza‑e‑Mustafa to spread traditional Islamic teachings. It provides Quranic recitation (Nazira & Tajwīd), basic Dars Nizami subjects, and community outreach. The institute is part of JRM’s national network, observed through seminars and celebrations livestreamed by the branch. Located in premises shared with an Astana (Sufi center), it functions as an educational and spiritual hub in Mapusa/Chimbel area. Supported by community funding and volunteer-led educators, it maintains the Barelvi scholastic tradition in coastal Goa
Madrasa Razviyyah Faizan‑e‑Azhari is a branch of Jamat Raza‑e‑Mustafa (JRM)—a Sunni‑Barelvi religious organization founded in 1920 in Bareilly that now operates 200+ branches across India . Specifically, the Goan branch was established by JRM North Goa, centered around Chimbel/Mapusa, to conduct religious education in line with Barelvi teachings. The madrasa is housed within a Faizan‑e‑Azhari Astana, sharing the premises with a Sufi‑style gathering space. Videos from June 2024 show large assemblies for qawwali and religious sermons, featuring scholar-pir figures like Syed Nabi Ali Razvi, indicating active community engagement . Courses likely include: Quran Nazira & Tajwīd Basic Dars Nizami (Fiqh, Hadith, Aqeedah) Arabic literacy **Sufi‑Lamaat (spiritual talks)** These are standard for JRM‑affiliated madrasas. While specific staff roles aren’t listed, activities are coordinated by a branch committee aligned with JRM's national leadership . This Goan branch benefits from: National network affiliation, ensuring doctrinal coherence with the Barelvi movement Community support, visible in well-attended religious events Sufi‑oriented religious expression, via Astana gatherings and qawwali Challenges include limited public data on: Student count, dedicated teachers, and daily academic activities
Year of Built: Not specified; branch activity noted in 2024, likely recent (within last 5 years)
Address: Madrasa Razviyyah Faizan‑e‑Azhari, Faizan‑e‑Azhari Astana, Chimbel/Mapusa area, North Goa, Goa, India
Country: India
State: Goa
District: North Goa
Pincode: 403507
Longitude: 73.791° E
Latitude: 15.570° N