Vishwakarma Puja 2024: Know Details of Time, Date and More
Vishwakarma Puja 2024: Know Details of Time, Date and More
Vishwakarma Puja, dedicated to Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect, will be celebrated on September 16, 2024. It is a significant day for artisans and craftsmen, who seek blessings for success and prosperity.
In 2024, Vishwakarma Puja, also known as Vishwakarma Jayanti, will be observed on Monday, September 16. The festival falls on Kanya Sankranti, with the Sankranti moment occurring at 7:53 PM. This day celebrates Lord Vishwakarma, the celestial architect believed to have crafted the holy city of Dwarka and powerful weapons for the gods.
Celebrated widely across India, especially by architects, engineers, mechanics, and craftsmen, Lord Vishwakarma is revered as the god of creation, architecture and craftsmanship. Devotees express gratitude for their skills and seek divine blessings for progress and prosperity. The day holds special significance for workers who rely on tools and machinery, as worshipping these instruments is believed to ensure success and smooth functioning throughout the year.
Vishwakarma Puja:
Workspace Cleansing: Artisans and workers clean and decorate their workplaces, particularly focusing on their tools and machinery, which are adorned with flowers and decorations before being worshipped.
Puja and Offerings: Devotees set up idols or images of Lord Vishwakarma in pandals and offer prayers. Special pujas are performed in factories, workshops, and offices. Offerings such as sweets and fruits are made to invoke blessings for a successful year.
No Use of Tools: After being worshipped, tools and machinery are not used for the remainder of the day as a sign of respect, symbolizing their vital role in work and the importance of maintaining them with care.
Vishwakarma Puja is a culturally and religiously important festival, particularly for those in professions tied to craftsmanship and engineering. It is a day to honor the skills and tools that enhance people’s livelihoods and to celebrate progress in these fields.
