The historic Cheraghat Six-Domed Mosque. Photo: BSS

SATKHIRA, Mar 8, 2026 (BSS) - The historic Cheraghat Six-Domed Mosque in Kalaroa upazila of the district stands as a unique example of traditional Muslim architecture and a significant heritage site in the region.

Located in Cheraghat village in Dumdum area, about four kilometers from the Kalaroa Upazila headquarters, the approximately 250-year-old mosque sits beside a canal in a serene and shaded environment. 

The mosque continues to attract visitors with its ancient architectural style and tranquil surroundings. Locally, it is also known as the "Kayem Biswaser Masjid" referring to its founder Kayem Biswas, a influential landholder (Gantidar) of the time. 

According to the nameplate at the mosque, it was founded in 1269 of the Bengali calendar (1862 A.D.). Built with thin bricks using lime and sand masonry, the mosque represents a distinctive architectural style of the period. 

The structure features six domes, ten minarets, seven doors and a roof supported by ten pillars, and stands about 15 feet high. The mosque can accommodate more than 100 worshippers at a time.

The historic structure has recently undergone minor expansion. A new staircase is being constructed and connected to the extended section, which is expected to improve in both accessibility and preservation efforts.

According to local accounts, Kayem Biswas, the mosque's founder, came under threat from Zamindar Durgapad Chowdhury of Murshidabad, India, due to a conflict. After seeking forgiveness, he was told to build a mosque. To fulfill this condition, Kayem Biswas brought workers and materials from Kolkata and constructed the mosque in Cheraghat, his native village. 
The story of the mosque's construction is also mentioned in the book "History of Kalaroa upazila" written by noted writer and educationist Professor Md. Abu Nasar.

Local residents have urged the government to take immediate steps to preserve the mosque, considering its archaeological and historical significance. They believe the site could be developed into an attractive destination for visitors from home and abroad.

President of the mosque committee Khan Jahan Ali Bhutto and other devotees said the Cheraghat Six-Domed Mosque is not only a place of worship but also an important part of local heritage and history.

"We are trying to preserve and renovate the mosque with our own funds," they said, adding that government support would make it possible to conserve the historic structure more sustainably for future generations.