Abstract The Nizamuddin Basti from its every stage of progress set as an example in the era of rapid urbanization. Its ability to survive in this growing world with keeping its unique identity alive is extremely difficult yet the place maintains to keep this intact. In addition, the relation between the community and the Basti established the very strong base for the relevance of the teachings of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya which still seems to have its uphold in the formation of the lifestyle of the people of Basti and influencing their perspective in life. Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya was born in Badayun, U.P. in a family that had migrated from a place named Bokhara from Central Asia. He was one of the first generation of Sufi Saints born on the soil of the subcontinent that has acquired such importance not among the followers of hardcore sufists but also among commoners who were seeking solitude in life