'We Honour The Divine Architect': CM Fadnavis Extends Greetings On Vishwakarma Jayanti; Know Why It Is Celebrated?

Vishwakarma Puja, also known as Vishwakarma Jayanti, is a significant Hindu celebration honoring Lord Vishwakarma, who is revered as the divine architect and master craftsman. This year, the festival was celebrated on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis shared his greetings for the occasion on his social media platform.

Vishwakarma Puja holds special importance for people involved in various fields such as craftspeople, technicians, builders, repairmen, and laborers. On this auspicious day, people pay homage to Lord Vishwakarma, acknowledging him as the creator of divine structures, weapons, celestial objects, legendary cities, and palaces associated with Hindu deities. Devotees believe that worshipping Lord Vishwakarma brings skill, creativity, prosperity, and success in their respective professions.

The significance of Vishwakarma Jayanti lies in the belief that Lord Vishwakarma, also known as Sthapatya Veda, the science of mechanics and architecture, created various divine structures, weapons, and celestial objects. He is believed to have built legendary cities and palaces for Hindu deities. Devotees celebrate the day by veneration of their tools, machines, and workspaces, seeking blessings for creativity, innovation, safety, and prosperity in their labor.