Mon Sep 16 07:59:59 UTC 2024: ## Vishwakarma Puja to be Celebrated on September 16th: Seeking Blessings for Success and Prosperity

**New Delhi, India:** Vishwakarma Puja, the Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect and craftsman, will be celebrated on **Monday, September 16th, 2024**. This festival holds special significance for individuals working in fields like engineering, architecture, mechanics, and craftsmanship.

Devotees observe this day by seeking blessings for prosperity, success, and a safe work environment. They pray for smooth functioning of their tools and machinery, believing it ensures a fruitful and productive year ahead.

The auspicious time for Vishwakarma Puja will begin at 7:53 PM on September 16th. Celebrations involve worshipping Lord Vishwakarma through various rituals like:

* **Taking a holy bath in the morning.**
* **Visiting workplaces to honor the deity.**
* **Observing a holiday, but performing puja at work.**
* **Praying for tools and machines used for earning.**
* **Offering flowers, akshat (rice grains), sweets, and lighting a diya (oil lamp).**
* **Dedicate offerings to Lord Vishwakarma and seeking his blessings.**
* **Setting up an idol and worshipping with devotion.**
* **Cleaning the workplace to attract good fortune.**

Vishwakarma Puja is celebrated throughout India by individuals who rely on their skills and tools for their livelihood. It is a time for gratitude and seeking blessings for a prosperous and successful year ahead.

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