Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Farooqui (Takiya Wali) is a neighbourhood mosque located in Rafiq Nagar, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh 245101, India. It serves as a centre for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregation, and community religious activities, and is associated with a traditional takiya (Sufi devotional or resting space).
Situated in the locality of Rafiq Nagar, Masjid Farooqui (Takiya Wali) reflects both the mohalla-based religious life of Hapur and traces of Sufi cultural heritage. The term “Farooqui” is traditionally linked to Hazrat Umar al-Farooq (RA), the second Caliph of Islam, symbolising values of justice, integrity, and leadership. The phrase “Takiya Wali” indicates a connection to a takiya, a traditional Sufi resting place or small spiritual retreat. In earlier times, such spaces often served travelers, seekers, and devotees, and over time many evolved into or became associated with mosques, retaining a legacy of hospitality and spirituality. Masjid Farooqui facilitates the five obligatory Salah (prayers) — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha — bringing together residents of Rafiq Nagar. These daily congregations foster unity, discipline, and a shared sense of devotion. On Fridays, the mosque hosts the Jumuʿah prayer, attracting a larger gathering from the locality and surrounding areas. The khutbah (sermon) typically emphasises Qur’anic teachings, justice, ethical conduct, humility, and community harmony, reflecting both the Farooqui association and Sufi-inspired values.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Bulandshahr Rd, near jain Kanya pathshala, Rafiq Nagar, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh 245101
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Hapur
Pincode: 245101
Longitude: 77.78° E
Latitude: 28.73° N