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Vishwakarma Jayanti is observed on the 'Vishwakarma Puja' day, which falls on the next day after Ganesh Chaturthi, usually in the month of September.

Vishwakarma Jayanti is celebrated to honor Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect and craftsman in Hindu mythology, who is believed to have designed and built the holy cities and weapons of the gods.

Discoveries at Keezhadi and similar sites have provided evidence of an advanced urban civilization in South India dating back to the Iron Age and Early Historic Period, pushing back the timeline of urbanisation in the region.

Excavations at Keezhadi have yielded a rich array of artifacts including terracotta figurines, beads, iron objects, pottery with Tamil-Brahmi inscriptions, and gold ornaments, pointing to a highly developed urban culture.

The Keezhadi excavations have unearthed significant artifacts and structures, providing crucial insights into the urban civilization of the Sangam Age in Tamil Nadu, pushing back its estimated timeline.

A GI tag identifies goods originating from a specific geographical territory, possessing qualities or a reputation due to that origin. It protects the authenticity and reputation of traditional handicrafts.

The 'One District One Product' (ODOP) initiative, which aims to identify and promote a unique product from each district, including many handicrafts, is an initiative of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

The PM Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman Yojana (PM-VIKAS), launched in September 2023, is dedicated to empowering traditional artisans and craftspeople by providing skill training, credit support, and market linkages.

The main objective of National Heritage Week is to sensitize citizens, especially the youth, about the rich cultural and historical legacy of India and the need for its preservation.

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), under the Ministry of Culture, is the nodal agency responsible for organizing National Heritage Week celebrations.