Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav has announced that his party would build a grand temple dedicated to Lord Vishwakarma on the Gomti Riverfront in Lucknow if the SP forms the government in Uttar Pradesh.The announcement was made during a Vishwakarma Jayanti programme at the SP headquarters in Lucknow on September 17, 2026. Yadav also promised to restore a public holiday on Vishwakarma Jayanti if the party returns to power.Key HighlightsAkhilesh Yadav proposed a Vishwakarma Temple Gomti Riverfront project in Lucknow.He said the Vishwakarma Jayanti holiday would be restored under an SP government.The proposals were made during a Vishwakarma Jayanti programme.The announcements were presented as commitments if the SP forms the next UP government.Akhilesh Yadav Vishwakarma Temple PlanUnder the proposed Akhilesh Yadav Vishwakarma Temple plan, a grand temple would be constructed along the Gomti Riverfront in Lucknow. The proposal is part of Yadav's announcements concerning the Vishwakarma community and traditional artisans.An earlier report also recorded Yadav promising the installation of a Lord Vishwakarma statue at the Gomti Riverfront, including a gold throne, showing that the riverfront proposal has been part of his earlier political commitments as well.“Just as there used to be a holiday on Vishwakarma Jayanti, it will be restored if the Samajwadi Party forms the government.”Vishwakarma Jayanti Holiday in UPYadav also said an official holiday on Vishwakarma Jayanti would be brought back. Vishwakarma Jayanti is observed on September 17 and has particular significance for artisans, craftsmen, workers and people associated with manufacturing and technical trades.The proposal for a Vishwakarma Jayanti holiday UP is therefore linked to the SP's stated plan to restore the earlier holiday arrangement.Focus on Artisans and CraftspeopleThe announcements also relate to the SP government Vishwakarma Temple proposal and broader support for traditional occupations. Yadav has previously spoken about special programmes for artisans and craftspeople.The proposed Lord Vishwakarma Temple Uttar Pradesh project, however, remains a political commitment and would require the SP to form the government and take the necessary administrative decisions.The Gomti Riverfront temple plan is therefore part of the SP's announced proposals ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly election. The actual construction, location details, design and funding would depend on future government decisions.Also Read : Happy Vishwakarma Puja 2026: Celebrate Lord Vishwakarma With Blessings
