Prayer times – Gāndhīdhām

Muslim Presence in Gandhidham Gandhidham, a planned city in the Kutch district of Gujarat, was established in the early 1950s to resettle refugees from the Partition of India. Over the decades, it has grown into a vibrant urban center with a diverse population, including a significant Muslim community. Muslims have been part of the city's fabric since its founding, contributing to its economic and social life. The community is well-integrated, with families, businesses, and places of worship spread across the city and its surrounding areas.

Community Implantation and Mosques The Muslim community in Gandhidham is served by numerous mosques and prayer places, reflecting its established presence. Notable among these is the Sunni Barelvi Masjid e Gausiya (Maslak e Ala Hazrat) in Geeta Society, Ward 9/B, Maheshwari Nagar, which serves as a central prayer place for many residents. Other key mosques include Madina Masjid in Sapna Nagar, Kidana Zama Masjid in Kidana Village, and Jama Masjid Adipur near the 80 Line area. In the nearby town of Anjar, several mosques such as Khizra Masjid, (Sunni) Hajipir Masjid, and (Sunni) Masjid e Rehmat cater to the community. The presence of dargahs like Dargah Vershamedi and Shamsu din Peer Dargah also highlights the region's spiritual traditions.

Prayer Time Orientation For Muslims in Gandhidham, the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—structure the day according to the sun's position. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and longitude. The city follows the Asia/Kolkata timezone (IST). The Qibla direction for prayers is towards Mecca, and the distance from Gandhidham to Mecca is approximately 5,529 km. The calculation method used for prayer times is University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi, ensuring accuracy for the local community.