Vishwakarma Puja 2025: Honouring the Divine Architect
You might have seen workplace tools being worshipped or machine shops closing for a day during late September. That’s Vishwakarma Puja. It’s a unique celebration where tools take center stage and engineers are treated almost like priests.
Falling on 17 September in 2025, this day aligns with Kanya Sankranti — the last day of the Bengali month of Bhadra. It commemorates the birth anniversary of Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect of the gods. Workers, craftsmen, mechanics, engineers, and anyone using machinery or creative tools pause to seek his blessings for safety, success, and inspiration.
Why Is Vishwakarma Puja Celebrated?
Lord Vishwakarma is not just a symbolic figure. According to Hindu mythology, he was the one who crafted the palaces of gods, including Indra’s majestic city Swarga Lok and the legendary weapons of war. He’s also said to have built Lanka for Ravana, Dwarka for Krishna, and Hastinapur for the Kauravas.
The festival is believed to instill a sense of workmanship, responsibility, and pride in those who work with their hands or use equipment. It’s widely observed in factories, industrial towns, and by engineering students across India—especially in West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka.
“Lord Vishwakarma is our guiding light. We begin every project by remembering him,” said Harish Sharma, a mechanical foreman based in Lucknow. “Even new machines are inaugurated only after performing the puja.”
What Happens During Vishwakarma Puja?
Step 1: Cleaning and Decoration
Preparation begins early. Workspaces, tools, equipment—everything is cleaned thoroughly. Temples or special altars are erected, often decorated with marigold flowers, mango leaves, and colourful rangoli.
Step 2: Morning Rituals
- Priests or elders perform the aarti
- Workers light incense sticks and lamps
- Special mantras are chanted to invoke Lord Vishwakarma
Step 3: Offering Tools for Blessings
Each tool—be it a lathe machine, laptop, or even a pen—is placed near the idol or photo of Vishwakarma. Sometimes, workers don’t touch their tools this day. It’s both a mark of respect and a pause to reset intentions.
Step 4: Distribution of Prasad
Sweet puris, kheer, and fruits are shared among workers and visiting families. It’s a warm, communal moment, often filled with laughter and playful banter.
Discounts and Sales During Vishwakarma Puja
Much like Diwali or Dussehra, Vishwakarma Puja brings heartwarming energy into the market. Retailers catch the wave by offering limited-time deals, often targeted toward industrial suppliers, electronics stores, and even automobile outlets.
Where You Can Spot Deals:
- Hardware Shops: Drills, screwdrivers, and toolkits get up to 25% off
- Electronic Stores: Laptops, printers, and accessories often have exclusive bundles
- Automotive Shops: Mechanics celebrate too. Vehicle repair discounts and tire deals become common
- E-commerce Platforms: Flipkart, Amazon, and Snapdeal may feature day-specific flash sales
Small business owners and freelancers sometimes use this day to upgrade their equipment. It’s practical, symbolic, and just a good time to invest.
Community Celebrations and Modern Touches
In towns like Jamshedpur and Durgapur, Vishwakarma Puja is as grand as any other festival. Entire industrial zones see colourful pandals, loudspeakers playing bhajans, and even dance performances. Children often tag along, curious to see their parents’ workspaces dressed in devotion.
And it’s not just factories. Design studios, IT companies, and even schools now observe rituals—sometimes replacing hammers and wrenches with keyboards and tablets.
Messages and Greetings You Can Use
If you’re thinking about sharing the festive spirit, here are some thoughtful wishes for your colleagues or clients:
- “May Lord Vishwakarma help your tools work without glitches and bring creative inspiration all year long.”
- “Let progress be your constant companion, with Lord Vishwakarma guiding your hands.”
- “Wishing you safety, skill, and success this Vishwakarma Puja!”
You’ll also find a flood of messages on social media along with visuals of decorated factories and worshipped instruments. Honestly, there’s something quite heartening about it.
Looking Ahead
This festival touches deep into the value of labour and craftsmanship. It reminds us to pause, appreciate the tools we use daily, and feel gratitude. I think there’s something satisfying about that—not just spiritually, but mentally too.
You might think of it as just another seasonal ritual, but for many, Vishwakarma isn’t just about reverence. It’s about refuelling purpose and reconnecting with the pride of creating, building, repairing, maintaining—the hands-on effort that shapes almost everything we rely on.
Whether you’re lighting incense in a garage or just remembering to thank your laptop, there’s a quiet strength and sincerity behind it all.
