Vishwakarma Puja is an important festival in Hinduism. It is celebrated every year on the Chaturdashi day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada. On this day, the Sun moves into the Virgo zodiac, which is also known as Kanya Sankranti. During Vishwakarma Puja, people clean and worship their factories, workplaces, offices, machines, and tools all over the country. Let's find out when this festival will be celebrated this year and learn about its significance and how to worship.

Significance of Vishwakarma Puja

In Hindu tradition, Lord Vishwakarma is celebrated as the supreme divine engineer and creator of the universe’s most magnificent structures and tools. He is credited with designing Swargalok (Heaven), the sacred city of Dwarka, Indra’s Vajra (thunderbolt weapon), Shiva’s Trishul (trident), and Vishnu’s Sudarshan Chakra (discus).

Vishwakarma Puja is a special occasion when artisans, engineers, mechanics, and workers come together to worship their instruments, machinery, and tools of trade. It is believed that seeking Lord Vishwakarma’s blessings on this day ensures smooth work operations, creativity, innovation, and professional success.

By performing this ritual with devotion and reverence, people invite prosperity, progress, and happiness into their lives. The puja reminds us of the importance of hard work, precision, and the sacred connection between craftsmanship and the divine.

Vishwakarma Puja Vidhi (Rituals)

Preparation

• Cleanliness is paramount: Begin by taking a ritual bath and cleaning the area where the puja will be performed.

• Arrange the workspace: Place all tools, machines, and instruments that you use in your daily work in a clean and organized manner.

Puja Setup

• Install idols or images: Place idols or pictures of Lord Vishwakarma and Lord Vishnu in the puja area.

• Decorate the space: Use rangoli made from flour and place seven grains on it. Set up a Kalash (water pot) with an Ashoka leaf for auspiciousness.

• Offerings: Present kumkum, turmeric, flowers, fruits, nuts, and sweets to the deities.

• Light a diya: Illuminate the area with a lamp or akhand diya (continuous light).

Rituals

• Chant mantras: Recite the Vishwakarma Puja mantra:

  ॐ आधार शक्तपे नम:, ओम कूमयि नम:, ओम अनन्तम नम:, पृथिव्यै नम:।
  (Om Aadhar Shaktpe Namah, Om Kumayi Namah, Om Anantam Namah, Prithivyai Namah)

• Perform aarti: Sing the Vishwakarma Aarti, such as “Jai Shri Vishwakarma Prabhu,” to invoke blessings.

• Worship tools and machinery: Apply turmeric and vermilion to tools and machines, symbolizing the sanctification of work instruments.

Conclusion

• Prasad distribution: Share the offerings (prasad) with family, friends, or colleagues to spread the blessings.

• Immersion: On the following day, immerse the idol or picture of Lord Vishwakarma in water.

Blessings and Benefits

Observing Vishwakarma Puja is believed to bring:

• Safety and protection in the workplace.

• Enhanced creativity and innovation in one's profession.

• Prosperity and success in business and industrial ventures.

• Harmony and well-being among workers and artisans.

By honoring Lord Vishwakarma, devotees seek his blessings for a prosperous and safe working environment.

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