Indo Islamic Heritage
The Ahte Ilahi Masjid (also spelled or referred to locally as a variant of Ilahi Masjid) is a modest local mosque located in the Karmganj (or Karamganj) area of Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a community place of worship for the local Muslim population and is not among the prominently documented historical sites in the region, distinguishing it from the more famous 16th-century Jama Masjid (Jāmiʿ Masjid) in central Etawah.
Etawah, a historic city on the banks of the Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh, is home to several Islamic religious sites, with the grand Jama Masjid being the most notable historical mosque, dating back to the 16th century and constructed on elevated ground. However, the Ahte Ilahi Masjid in the Karmganj locality represents a smaller, community-oriented mosque typical of local neighborhoods in the district. As a local mosque, it primarily functions as a place for daily prayers, Friday congregations, and religious gatherings for residents in the Karmganj area. Unlike grand historical structures, such local mosques often lack extensive documented history or architectural prominence in public records, reflecting their role in serving everyday spiritual needs rather than touring or heritage significance. Information on its exact construction year is not widely available in historical sources, suggesting it may be a relatively modern or undocumented community-built structure.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Q2FG+XXP, Katra Shamsher Khan Rd, Alkapuri, Karm Ganj, Etawah, Uttar Pradesh 206001
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Etawah
Pincode: 206001
Longitude: 79.0230° E
Latitude: 26.7760° N