Category Archives: Agiaries and Atash Behrams

The Bai Maneckbai Nusserwanji Chenoy Agiary is one of the oldest structures in Hyderabad. It was consecrated on 16th October, 1904 (Roj Ardibehest, Mah Ardibehest, 1274 YZ). The foundation stone of the Agiary was laid by Bai Putlibai Maneckshaw Chenoy in memory of Bai Maneckbai Nusserwanji Chenoy and Maneckshaw Sorabji Chenoy. It was awarded the HUDA Heritage Building award in

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The Flames of Faith

‘Lhotse’, Air lndia’s Boeing 707 began taxiing on the tarmac and as the big aeroplane lost touch with the ground and became airborne, chants of Yatha Ahu Vairyo rent the aircraft. For, this was a very special journey, on a very special mission. Flying on board the chartered plane was a very, very special and important entity – Atash-e-Adaran. This,

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Khushali nu Jashan on KHORDAD SAL

The M J WADIA FIRE TEMPLE TRUST proudly organises a Khushali nu Jashan on KHORDAD SAL, Roj Khordad Mah Farvardin , Wednesday, 20 Aug 2025 at the M J Wadia Agiary, Lalbaug, at 9 am. All are cordially invited to attend this Jashan and thereby seek blessings of our beloved prophet.

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Faith in Action

XYZ’s Jamshed’s Giants rolled up their sleeves and stepped into service at FN Patel Agiary, Mazgaon — scrubbing, sweeping, and soulfully reconnecting with our sacred space. A day of seva, unity, and pride in preserving the legacy of our forefathers 🛕❤️💛💙🔔

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M J Wadia Agiary Salgreh

*M J Wadia Agiary Salgreh* on Monday, 30 June 2025 Behram Roj, Bahman Mah *Program:* – 5.30 pm Jashan – ⁠7.00 pm Maachi – ⁠7.45 pm Monajat – ⁠Welcome Address – ⁠Talk by Er Dr Ramiyar Karanjia on *Muktad – Welcoming our Departed* – ⁠8.15 pm Dinner in Hall (limited accommodation on first come first serve basis) Rs 500 per

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HISTORY OF BOYCE AGIARY, TARDEO, BOMBAY

The Dhana Patel Boyce Agiary is unique in every sense. There is no electricity inside the fire temple and the evenings bring the ethereal glow of flickering divas. The natural structure is constructed to ensure adequate ventilation. The immaculately maintained garden surrounds the makaan, courtesy the Boyce Trust. On February 12, 1834, an Atash-e-Adaran was established at “Do Tanki” in

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Fire Temple in Kozhikode

Historically, a small number of Parsi families, primarily from Gujarat and Bombay, settled in Kerala, particularly around Kozhikode and Thalassery, where they practiced Zoroastrianism and built a Fire Temple (Dadgah) in Kozhikode. The Parsi Anjuman Baug, a Fire Temple, is the only Parsi place of Worship in Kerala, located in Kozhikode (earlier Calicut) . Constructed in the 18th century, this

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Bhikha Behram Well Turns 300!

As the Bhikha Behram Well in Bombay turned 300 today (21st March 2025), we at the Parsi Zoroastrians Worldwide – The Hyderabadi Page on Facebook created a short video. Hope you enjoy it! Arnaz Bisney

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Mumbai’s Historic Bhikha Behram Well Undergoes Restoration Ahead Of 300th Anniversary

Mumbai: The historic Bhikha Behram well in Churchgate is undergoing major restoration work in preparation for its tricentennial later this month. The well is a sacred site for Parsi-Zoroastrians who gather here for prayers every day. On special days like ‘Ava Roj’ or ‘water day’, larger congregations gather there to revere the water element. While the well dates back to the

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