Indo Islamic Heritage
The mosque is located about 1.5 km from Sehore Bus Stand, approximately 2 km from Sehore Railway Station, and around 38 km from Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal.
The Masjid Nawab Sahab is one of the most respected and historically rich mosques in the town of Sehore. Built during the late 18th or early 19th century, it is believed to have been commissioned under the patronage of a local noble known as Nawab Sahab, who played a key role in Sehore’s cultural and religious development during that period. The mosque served as both a spiritual center and a place for community decision-making among scholars and elders. Architecturally, the mosque reflects Indo-Islamic design with finely carved arches, symmetrical domes, and traditional minarets. The structure’s age-old stone and brickwork exhibit the craftsmanship typical of noble-era constructions in central India. Over the years, the mosque has undergone minor renovations to preserve its original charm while adapting to the growing needs of the local Muslim population. Even today, it remains a focal point for daily prayers, Friday congregations, and festive gatherings during Eid. Its proximity to the historic Pukhta Masjid makes this area a significant religious zone within Qusba, embodying the enduring Islamic heritage of Sehore.
Year of Built: Not known
Address: Near Pukhta masjid, Qusba, Sehore, Madhya Pradesh 466001
Country: India
State: Madhya Pradesh
District: Sehore
Pincode: 466001
Longitude: 77.0867° E
Latitude: 23.2031° N