
Written by
Honey Chopra
Vishwakarma Puja is celebrated every year to honor Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect and celestial engineer of the universe. He is regarded as the creator of tools, machines, and all craftsmanship that drive progress and prosperity.
When is Vishwakarma Puja 2025?
- Date: Wednesday, 17th September 2025
- Occasion: Kanya Sankranti — the day when the Sun enters Virgo (Kanya Rashi)
- Celebrated In: Factories, workshops, offices, schools, and households across India — especially in West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Assam, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and other industrial hubs.
Significance of Vishwakarma Puja
- Divine Architect: Lord Vishwakarma is believed to have designed the palaces of the Gods, including Dwarka for Lord Krishna and Lanka for Ravana.
- Protector of Workers: Worshipped by craftsmen, engineers, artisans, mechanics, factory workers, and industrialists for protection and success.
- Blessings for Success: The puja invokes prosperity, innovation, and progress in work, trade, and industry.
- Astrological Importance: Aligns with Kanya Sankranti, enhancing cosmic energy for growth and productivity.
Rituals of Vishwakarma Puja 2025
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1. Morning Preparations | Clean and decorate factories, workshops, offices, and homes. Place tools and machines near the Vishwakarma idol or image. |
2. Puja Vidhi | Install the idol or image of Lord Vishwakarma. Offer flowers, incense, sweets, yellow clothes, betel leaves, and chant sacred mantras like “Om Aadhara Shaktapey Namah”. |
3. Tools & Machinery Puja | Worship all machines and tools. In many places, a symbolic “no-work day” is observed to respect tools as sacred extensions of labor. |
4. Prasad & Distribution | Prepare and distribute prasad — typically laddoos, kheer, fruits. Community meals and worker celebrations are often organized. |
How Vishwakarma Puja is Celebrated
- In Industries & Factories: Machines are decorated with garlands and tilak; tools are anointed with vermilion and sandalwood.
- In Schools & Offices: Books, gadgets, and tools used in education or work are worshipped.
- At Home: Artisans, repairmen, and small business owners worship their instruments and pray for growth.
Do’s and Don’ts During Vishwakarma Puja
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Conclusion
Vishwakarma Puja is more than just a religious ritual — it’s a festival that honors the hands, tools, and minds that build our world. In the era of fast-evolving industries and technology, this celebration reminds us to remain grounded, grateful, and respectful of both human effort and divine energy. May Vishwakarma Puja 2025 bring innovation, safety, and abundance into your workspace and life.