Vishwakarma Puja, also known as Biswakarma Puja is a significant festival that is celebrated by artisans, craftsmen and workers across India. The devotees worship Lord Vishvakarma, the divine architect of the universe and son of Lord Brahma. The festival honours the skills, craftsmanship, and tools of those who work with their hands to create and build. The celebration of the festival happens in factories and industries where devotees perform the puja of Lord Vishvakarma to seek his blessing to ensure proper working of the machinery and their businesses. This year, Vishwakarma Puja 2024 falls on September 16, 2024, as per Drik Panchang. The day also coincides with Kanya Sankranti 2024. In this article, we’ll delve into Vishwakarma Puja date, auspicious timing, significance and rituals.

Vishwakarma Puja 2024 Date and Subh Muhurat

Vishwakarma Puja 2024 falls on September 16, 2024. The day generally falls on the last few days of the Hindu Bhadra month. According to Drik Panchang, Vishwakarma Puja Sankranti time is 07:53 PM. In Bengal, the celebration will continue till September 17, that is, last day of Bhadra month.

Vishwakarma Puja Significance and Rituals

In Hindu mythology, Lord Vishvakarma is regarded as the divine engineer and architect of the universe. He is believed to be credited for creating celestial weapons and vehicles used by the gods. This day is of great importance to engineers and workers in the professions related to engineering, architecture, craftsmanship, and industrial work. It is a day when workers, artisans and craftsmen pay homage to their tools and machinery for a safe and successful endeavour in the coming year. Moreover, some factories and industries declare a holiday for these artisans. Devotees also worship the idol of Lord Vishwakarma, offer prayers, chant the Vishwakarma Puja mantra and distribute sweets and prasad.

Vishwakarma Puja 2024 is a festival that celebrates the importance of skill, craftsmanship, and innovation in the lives of engineers and artisans. This day honours the tools and machinery that shape the world of factories and industries and seeks blessings of the architectof Gods, Lord Vishvakarma. As we prepare for Vishwakarma Puja 2024, let’s delve deep into the festival’s background.

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