Is Vishwakarma Day Holiday in Punjab?

With Diwali around the corner, people across Punjab are gearing up for celebrations, shopping, and family gatherings. Amid the excitement, a common question arises: Is Vishwakarma Day a holiday in Punjab?

Yes, this year Vishwakarma Day is a public holiday in Punjab giving residents an opportunity to observe the day and participate in traditional celebrations. It will be celebrated on October 22. All the schools and offices will remain close.

Significance of this day

The day is dedicated to Lord Vishwakarma revered as the divine architect and patron of craftsmen, artisans, and industrial workers.

Vishwakarma Day holds special significance for those working in factories, workshops, and construction, as it is considered an auspicious day to worship tools, machinery, and instruments. Devotees perform rituals seeking blessings for prosperity, safety, and skill in their work.

Across Punjab, offices, schools, and government institutions remain closed on this day, allowing citizens to partake in festivities with their families and communities.

In addition to its religious importance, Vishwakarma Day also highlights the contributions of skilled labor to society. Many industrial units and private companies organize small ceremonies, decorating machines and tools and offering prayers for continued success and protection. Artisans, engineers, and factory workers join in the celebrations, combining devotion with their professional lives.

As Diwali preparations intensify markets bustling with shoppers, homes being cleaned and decorated, and sweets being prepared Vishwakarma Day adds a layer of spiritual observance to the festive season. Many people use the holiday to perform rituals early, before Diwali, ensuring blessings for both personal and professional endeavors.

The holiday for Vishwakarma Day reinforces its cultural and spiritual significance in Punjab. It allows citizens to celebrate, reflect, and honor the divine architect whose blessings are believed to guide skill, craftsmanship, and prosperity throughout the year.