Renovated Tanzeem Milliya Masjid is K’taka’s second largest mosque

Bhatkal: The inauguration of the newly expanded and renovated Tanzeem Milliya Masjid, located in Bhatkal's Nawayath Colony, was held recently. With its modern architectural design, exquisite craftsmanship, and serene ambience, the mosque leaves visitors in awe. With a capacity to accommodate 10,000 worshippers simultaneously, it is now recognised as Karnataka's second-largest mosque, following the City Jamia Masjid in Bengaluru, which accommodates approximately 10,000 to 11,000 worshippers, stated a release.
Strategically located close to the national highway, the mosque was originally constructed in 1962 and designated a Jumma Masjid (Friday mosque) just two years later. Over the decades, rapid population growth in Nawayath colony and surrounding areas such as Azad Nagar and Kargedde, led to a significant rise in the number of worshippers. During Friday prayers and other major religious gatherings, the shortage of space became increasingly evident, prompting the decision to expand the mosque. Following 16 years of continuous effort, community engagement, and generous support from well-wishers, the dream of a larger, more accommodating mosque was finally realised.
The newly completed mosque now spans an area of 70,000sqft, with a towering height of 85ft. It is a three-storey structure. While the first floor is currently being used for regular congregational prayers, plans are in place to convert the ground floor, previously used for prayers, into a modern Islamic centre. During Friday prayers and special occasions, both floors will be opened to accommodate larger gatherings.
To ensure accessibility and comfort, the mosque features six entrances and is equipped with two elevators, one of which is nearing completion. Ample parking facilities have been arranged both within the mosque compound and along the adjacent roadside.
In addition to the spacious prayer areas, the mosque offers dedicated ablution facilities (wudu khanas) capable of serving up to 150 individuals simultaneously. Washrooms and additional wudu spaces have also been installed on the first floor. Dedicated prayer halls for women have been incorporated, allowing female worshippers, especially those visiting from outside the town, to pray in comfort and privacy.
The entire expansion and renovation project was carried out under the supervision of Majlis-e-Millia. President of the mosque committee, Ateequr Rahman Muniri, described the mosque as a model Islamic centre for the coastal Karnataka region. He extended special appreciation to the Young Muslim Service Association for its pivotal role in the project, and acknowledged the generous contributions of Bhatkal community members residing in Dubai and other Gulf countries. He also highlighted the notable support of two prominent local businessmen, Abdul Bari Mohtisham and Mohtisham Abdur Rahman Jan.