Prayer times – Mohali

Muslim Presence in Mohali: Mohali, officially Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, is a planned city in Punjab that has grown rapidly since its establishment in the 1960s. The Muslim community has been part of this growth, with families settling here for work and education. While historical records are limited, the presence of several mosques and prayer places indicates a long-standing community that continues to thrive.

Community Implantation: The Muslim community in Mohali is well-served by numerous prayer places. Notable among them is Jama Masjid Phase 11 Mohali, located in Sector 65, which serves as a central prayer space for residents. Other key sites include Shia Jama Masjid in Sector 78 and Jama Masjid Shahi Majra in Sector 58. Nearby areas like Chandigarh, Kharar, and Sirhind also host mosques such as Jama Masjid Chandigarh and Madina Masjid Kharar, reflecting a wide network of prayer facilities across the region.

Prayer Time Orientation: Muslims in Mohali follow the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—which are calculated based on the city's latitude and longitude. The times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset. Mohali operates on Asia/Kolkata timezone. The Qibla direction is towards Mecca, and the distance to Mecca is approximately 3,800 km. The calculation method used is the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi, which is common in South Asia.