Lord Vishwakarma Jayanti, also known as Vishwakarma Puja, is a significant Hindu festival celebrated in honor of Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect and craftsman of the gods. This festival typically falls on the last day of the Indian lunar calendar month of Bhadra, which usually corresponds to September or October in the Gregorian calendar. In some regions of India, it is observed on different dates.
Lord Vishwakarma is revered as the creator of the universe's various celestial palaces, weapons, and other divine objects. He is considered the ultimate craftsman and architect and is believed to be the original creator of various machines and tools.
On Vishwakarma Jayanti, artisans, craftsmen, factory workers, and industrial workers pay homage to Lord Vishwakarma to seek his blessings for their tools, machinery, and workplaces. The festivities typically include the following rituals:
Worship: People clean and decorate their workplaces and machinery. They offer prayers and perform special pujas (ritual worship) to Lord Vishwakarma. Idols or images of Lord Vishwakarma are installed and adorned with flowers and other offerings.
Distribution of Prasad: Sweets and other traditional offerings, known as prasad, are prepared and distributed among workers and family members.
Feasting: People often engage in feasting and celebrate the day with traditional meals and sweets.
Craftsmanship Exhibitions: In some places, exhibitions showcasing the work of artisans and craftsmen are organized to highlight their skills and craftsmanship.
Artisan Processions: In certain regions, processions featuring artisans and their tools are taken out as a mark of respect to Lord Vishwakarma.
Vishwakarma Jayanti is not only a day of religious significance but also an occasion to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions of craftsmen, engineers, and all those involved in various forms of craftsmanship and industrial work. It is a day to celebrate the spirit of creativity, innovation, and hard work.
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