Vishwakarma Puja is an important Hindu festival that is celebrated by the people of India and Nepal. The festival is of great significance for people having industrial or craftsman backgrounds. The festival is observed every year in the mid of September according to the Gregorian calendar. People in the entire nation celebrate this festival with great pomp and show.

Every festival that is celebrated in the nation has some significance behind its celebration. Vishwakarma Puja is celebrated to honor the work of God Vishwakarma. The entire universe is believed to be the creation of God Vishwakarma. He was very good at his work and therefore regarded as a divine carpenter in Rig Veda. He is also an exemplar for the people working as architects, engineers, craftsmen, mechanics, smiths, welders, industrial workers, etc. His notable deeds inspire people of these communities to work harder and get successful in their work.

The small-scale factories, shops, and industries are closed on the day of Vishwakarma Puja. People clean their houses as well as the working places. The Puja is generally initiated by a morning arti in the morning. The rituals are performed on the ground floor. The idol of God Vishwakarma is placed and is beautifully decorated with flowers and garlands. The tools are also placed for worship. The people worship and offer their prayers to God. They pray to God Vishwakarma to bless them with innovation, work potential, and success in their work. The Prasad is distributed among all after the prayer is performed. Several delicious food items are prepared by the people and are served in the grand feast organized by them during the night. The festival spreads love, joy and encourages people to do their work with sincerity.