Lord Vishwakarma is the divine architect of the universe and the patron deity of all engineers, craftsmen, and artisans in Hinduism. Who is Lord Vishwakarma? The Divine Creator: His name translates to "the maker of all" or "all-doer" in Sanskrit. Mythological Masterpieces: According to sacred texts, he built holy and celestial cities, including the divine capital of Swarga, Lanka in the Treta Yuga, Dwarka in the Dvapara Yuga, Hastinapur, and Indraprastha. Weapon Maker: He forged iconic divine weapons like Lord Vishnu’s Sudarshana Chakra, Lord Shiva’s Trishula, and Indra's Vajra. Significance of Vishwakarma Puja: Celebrated annually during Kanya Sankranti, usually on September 17th or 18th, marking the sun's transition into Virgo. Worship of Livelihood: On this day, workers, factory owners, mechanics, and drivers clean and worship their tools, machinery, and modern instruments like computers as extensions of divine creativity. Core Message: The festival encourages gratitude, respect for labor, and the maintenance of the tools that sustain everyday life.