Vishwakarma Jayanti 2024: Date, significance, how to perform puja, rituals and mantras
Vishwakarma Jayanti 2024, an auspicious occasion revered by Hindus nationwide. Celebrated on the thirteenth day of the bright half of the Magha month in the Hindu calendar, Vishwakarma Jayanti honors Lord Vishwakarma, revered as the primordial architect and engineer of the universe. This day holds profound significance as devotees gather at workplaces, including factories, shops, and other establishments, to pay homage to the divine creator.
Vishwakarma Jayanti 2024:
As per the Panchang, the Trayodashi date of Magha Shukla Paksha commenced on February 21, 2024, and concludes today, on February 22. According to Udayatithi, Vishwakarma Jayanti is celebrated today, Thursday, February 22, 2024.
Significance of Vishwakarma Jayanti
Vishwakarma Jayanti holds immense importance in Hinduism, especially for engineers, artisans, laborers, factory workers, carpenters, architects, and sculptors. Devotees seek Lord Vishwakarma's blessings for success in their endeavors, be it in business or work. This day serves as a reminder of the divine artistry that shapes our world, fostering appreciation and gratitude for the spirit of invention and labor.
Rituals of Vishwakarma Jayanti
On this auspicious day, devotees rise early, cleanse themselves, and adorn fresh attire before sunrise. Homes, factories, shops, or any place of worship are meticulously cleaned, with Ganga water often used for purification. Rangolis are crafted, and idols of Lord Vishwakarma are installed in temples. Lighting desi ghee lamps and offering flowers, devotees chant mantras such as «Om Aadhar Shaktpe Namah,» «Om Kumayi Namah,» and «Om Anantam Namah» with folded hands. Business-related equipment, machinery, and spare parts are also reverently worshipped during the
