“When an artisan works, it is Lord Vishwakarma within him who truly creates”
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh-
Haryana’s Energy, Transport, and Labour Minister Sh. Anil Vij said that Lord Vishwakarma is the divine creator of the universe and the one who shaped the world to make it suitable for human life. Vij said that “Before His creation, the earth was filled with chaos — storms, deep trenches, and dense forests. It was Lord Vishwakarma who designed and structured the universe to make it habitable for mankind, for He is omnipresent and lives within every human being”.
The Minister was addressing devotees as the chief guest at a function organized on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti at Shri Guru Vishwakarma Temple, Ram Bagh Road, Ambala Cantonment. Earlier, Vij offered prayers at the temple and sought the blessings of Lord Vishwakarma.
“Every Artisan Embodies the Spirit of Vishwakarma” — Vij
Extending greetings on the auspicious occasion, the Minister said that the entire nation celebrates Lord Vishwakarma Jayanti, the day dedicated to the world’s greatest craftsman and divine architect. “This festival is celebrated twice a year — once in September and again on the day after Diwali. On this day, artisans across the country worship their tools and honor their craft with deep devotion,” he added.
Elaborating on the divine significance of creation, Shri Vij explained that “To create anything, three things are essential — a place, raw material, and creative energy. While we may not know from where the raw materials of the earth came, we know that it was Lord Vishwakarma who used them to build a world fit for human life. Everything that exists — homes, roads, schools, and institutions — is a manifestation of His creation, though we often put our own names on it.”
He said that every act of craftsmanship is, in essence, the work of Lord Vishwakarma Himself. “When an artisan carves a statue or builds something beautiful, it is Lord Vishwakarma working through his hands. The exquisite statues of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Shaheed Bhagat Singh, and others in Ambala Cantonment are shining examples of this divine artistry,” he said. Quoting from the Bhagavad Gita, Vij emphasized that “work is worship, and action is the foundation of life,” urging everyone to continue their craft with sincerity and dedication.
Minister Anil Vij Felicitates Marathon Runner Sanya Panchal
Vij also honored Sanya Panchal, a resident of Rukhi village in Gohana, who completed a remarkable 4,000 km marathon from Jammu & Kashmir to Kanyakumari in 98 days. Sanya met the Minister earlier during her journey through Ambala and had received his blessings. Today, her family expressed their gratitude to the Minister for his encouragement and recognition.