Karva Chauth is a significant Hindu festival observed by married women, where they fast from sunrise to moonrise for the well-being and longevity of their husbands. In 2025, Karva Chauth falls on Friday, October 10, 2025.
Moonrise Time:
On Karva Chauth, the fast concludes upon sighting the moon. In New Delhi, the moonrise is expected at 8:12 PM on October 10, 2025.
Puja Muhurat:
The auspicious time for the Karva Chauth Puja, known as the ‘Puja Muhurat,’ is from 5:57 PM to 7:11 PM on October 10, 2025.
Karva Chauth Vrat Katha:
The Karva Chauth Vrat Katha is a traditional story recited during the puja, highlighting the significance of the fast and the devotion of women. The narrative typically involves a woman named Karva, who, through her unwavering devotion and fasting, saves her husband’s life from a crocodile. This story underscores themes of love, dedication, and the power of fasting.
Rituals and Observances:
- Sargi: The day begins with a pre-dawn meal called ‘Sargi,’ prepared by the mother-in-law, which includes fruits, sweets, and other nourishing foods.
- Fasting: Women observe a strict fast (Nirjala Vrat), refraining from food and water from sunrise until the moonrise.
- Puja: In the evening, women gather to perform the Karva Chauth Puja, which includes:
- Kalash Sthapana: Placing a decorated pot (Karva) filled with water and wheat grains.
- Katha Vachan: Reciting the Karva Chauth story.
- Arti: Performing a ritual with a lit lamp, symbolizing the removal of darkness and negativity.
- Moon Sighting: After the puja, women look at the moon through a sieve, offer prayers, and then view their husband’s face through the same sieve before breaking their fast.
Observing Karva Chauth is believed to strengthen the bond between husband and wife, bringing prosperity and happiness to the family.