Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], September 17 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav offered prayers to Lord Vishwakarma, at his residence in Bhopal on the occasion of Vishwakarma Puja on Tuesday and extended greetings to the citizens of the state.
CM Yadav also extended wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday today.
“I would like to extend greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti. PM Narendra Modi is also celebrating his 74th birthday today and I extend greetings to him too. May he lead a long life…,” CM Yadav told ANI.
Meanwhile, in a post on X, CM Yadav wrote, “Warm greetings to the architect of ‘New India’, the world’s most respected politician, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday. Under your leadership, the country is rapidly moving towards achieving the resolution of ‘Viksit Bharat’ and becoming a global superpower. May Baba Mahakal bless you with good health, long life and a glorious life.”
“Happy Birthday to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Ten years of the Modi government has laid the foundation of a new, strong and prosperous India,” the CM wrote in another post.
Besides, ‘Vishwakarma Jayanti’ is a Hindu festival that celebrates Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect and craftsman of the gods. It is being celebrated on September 17 this year. Nonetheless, the exact date of Vishwakarma Jayanti varies from year to year because it is based on the Hindu lunar calendar.
The association of ‘Vishwakarma Jayanti’ with ‘Kanya Sankranti’ highlights the importance of this day for those who are involved in trades, craftsmanship and business. Devotees believe that by worshipping Lord Vishwakarma on this day, they can seek his blessings for success and prosperity in their professional endeavours.
This festival is an occasion for artisans, craftsmen, and factory workers to honour Lord Vishwakarma and pray for skill enhancement, better tools, and overall improvement in their work. (ANI)
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