Archive · 31 Jan 2026
Mecca Masjid Renovation Delays Spark Pre-Ramzan Criticism
The Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad is one of the largest mosques in Asia.
With Ramzan starting soon, people are upset because the mosque isn't ready.
The government was supposed to fix things like toilets and ablution tanks, but not much has been done.
Some areas are closed because of illegal buildings, making it hard for people to enter.
A minister said the departments responsible need to work faster and fix everything before Ramzan.
People are worried it might not get done in time.
Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad is not ready for Ramzan despite only 20 days remaining.
Critics point to delays in essential repairs and maintenance, including washrooms and ablution tanks.
A rear gate remains closed due to illegal encroachments, causing logistical concerns.
Minority Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin criticized the slow pace and directed departments to expedite repairs.
The community expresses skepticism about whether the repairs will be completed in time for Ramzan.
- Who
- Local community, activists, Minority Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin
- What
- Delay in renovation and maintenance of Mecca Masjid
- When
- 20 days before Ramzan
- Where
- Mecca Masjid, Hyderabad
- Why
- Inadequate government arrangements and lack of funding for maintenance
- Location
- Mecca Masjid, Hyderabad
- Issue
- Delay in renovation and maintenance
- Timeframe
- 20 days before Ramzan
- Key Critic
- Minority Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin
- Main Concerns
- Neglected infrastructure, lack of funding, encroachments
- Expected Crowd
- Thousands of families for Iftar and Taraweeh prayers
- Government Response
- Directed departments to expedite repairs and maintenance