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Vishwakarma Puja, also known as Vishwakarma Jayanti or Vishwakarma Day, is a significant Hindu festival honoring Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect and craftsman.
Vishwakarma Puja, also known as Vishwakarma Jayanti or Vishwakarma Day, is a significant Hindu festival honoring Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect and craftsman. Celebrated mainly by artisans, engineers, architects, mechanics, and factory workers, it recognizes their skills and contributions.
In 2024, Vishwakarma Jayanti will be observed on September 16. For Vishwakarma Jayanti 2024, which falls on September 16, the puja timing aligns with Kanya Sankranti, also known as Bhadra Sankranti in the Bengali calendar. According to Drik Panchang, the Sankranti period will begin at 7:53 PM.
Significance of Vishwakarma Jayanti
Vishwakarma Jayanti is a significant festival across many regions, dedicated to Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect of the universe. This day honors the skills and craftsmanship of artisans, engineers, and workers.
Factories and workshops may offer a holiday or hold ceremonies to worship Lord Vishwakarma, often involving the distribution of sweets. The festival underscores the importance of all forms of labor and is a time for starting new ventures, inaugurating factories, and performing ritual worship of tools and machinery.
History of Vishwakarma Jayanti
Vishwakarma Jayanti has ancient roots, with references in the Rigveda, one of Hinduism’s oldest texts. Initially, the festival was a way for artisans, craftsmen, and workers to honor Lord Vishwakarma, seeking his blessings for skill, creativity, and success.
Over time, it evolved into a major celebration of skilled labor, reflecting India’s rich cultural heritage and its role in societal development and progress.
