The Qamar Free Library

The foundation of Muslim Free Library dates back to 1939, but the idea of its necessity was first raised in 1927. It was during this time that Abdul Hamid Abdul Gafoor, a devoted member of the Jamaat, printed and distributed a handbill advocating for the establishment of a library. His initiative sparked a growing conversation within the community.

In 1938, a letter published in the newspaper Muslim Gujarat renewed the call to action, urging the creation of a library to serve the intellectual and cultural needs of the Jamaat. With these collective efforts, The Muslim Free Library was established in 1939 with the following aims:

• To keep the community informed of national events and world affairs.
• To organize debates and lecture programs for intellectual engagement.
• To bring together various cultural and literary associations within the Jamaat, fostering unity and collaboration.

• 1927

  First handbill calls for a library

• 1938

  Newspaper letter renews the call

• 1939

  Muslim Free Library is established

• 1942

  Renamed The Qamar Free Library

The library has enjoyed the unwavering moral and financial support of the Patni Jamaat and the Patni Cooperative Credit Society from its inception, a partnership that continues to this day. A significant portion of the books and magazines were generously donated by Janab Mohammed Usman Topiwala Sahab, who was also the publisher of the monthly magazine Qamar at the time.

In 1942, the untimely passing of Mr. Mohammed Usman Topiwala left a profound impact on the community. To honor his memory, the library has been known as The Qamar Free Library.