Karwa Chauth 2025 will be observed on Friday, October 10 this year. Married women will keep a 'Nirjala' (waterless) fast on this day, praying for their husbands' long life and marital bliss. The puja muhurat (auspicious time for worship) will be from 5:57 PM to 7:11 PM, and the moonrise is estimated to be at 8:13 PM.
Karwa Chauth: This year, the auspicious festival of Karwa Chauth will be celebrated across the country with devotion and enthusiasm on Friday, October 10. This day holds immense significance for married women, who observe a 'Nirjala' fast throughout the day, wishing for their husbands' long life and happy future. According to the Hindu calendar, the auspicious time for puja will be from 5:57 PM to 7:11 PM, while the moon sighting is estimated for 8:13 PM. This festival is considered a symbol of love, faith, and dedication.
Significance of Karwa Chauth
The Karwa Chauth fast exemplifies the profound depth of the husband-wife relationship in Indian culture. This fast is not merely a religious ritual but a symbol of dedication and emotional bonding. On this day, women observe a fast without water from morning until moonrise, praying for their husbands' long life, prosperity, and good health.
Religious belief holds that observing the Karwa Chauth fast increases the husband's lifespan and maintains happiness in marital life. This fast is observed on the Chaturthi (fourth day) of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Kartik. 'Karwa' refers to an earthen pot, and 'Chauth' means Chaturthi (the fourth day).
Karwa Chauth 2025 Date and Auspicious Timings
According to the Hindu calendar, the Chaturthi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik will commence at 10:54 PM on October 9, 2025, and conclude at 7:38 PM on October 10, 2025. As per the Panchang, the fast will be observed on Friday, October 10.
- Karwa Chauth Fast Date: October 10, 2025
- Puja Muhurat (Auspicious Time for Worship): 5:57 PM to 7:11 PM
- Moonrise (Moon Sighting) Time: 8:13 PM (estimated)
This will be the time when married women will offer 'Arghya' (water offering) to the moon and break their fast.
Karwa Chauth Legend and Tradition
Several religious and mythological tales are associated with Karwa Chauth, among which the story of Veeravati is the most renowned. It is said that a queen named Veeravati observed a rigorous fast for her husband. After remaining hungry and thirsty all day, as she was performing her evening prayers, her brothers, seeing her distress, deceived her by showing a lamp's light and claiming the moon had appeared. Veeravati broke her fast, and consequently, her husband suffered.
When she realized her mistake, she sought forgiveness from Mata Parvati and Lord Shiva and observed the Karwa Chauth fast for the entire year. As a result, her husband was restored to life. Since then, this fast has been observed for the husband's longevity and marital happiness.
Karwa Chauth Puja Rituals
The Karwa Chauth puja rituals are deeply rooted in traditional customs. Performing them meticulously is believed to multiply the benefits of the fast manifold.
1. Consume 'Sargi' Before Sunrise
The fast begins with 'Sargi,' a pre-dawn meal given by the mother-in-law to her daughter-in-law. It includes sweets, fruits, dry fruits, and traditional dishes. Sargi is consumed before sunrise because a 'Nirjala' (waterless) fast must be observed for the entire day thereafter. Sargi is regarded not just as a meal but also as a symbol of affection and blessings.
2. 'Nirjala' Fast and a Day of Self-Restraint
Throughout the day, women observe a 'Nirjala' fast, meaning they consume neither food nor water. The mind should be kept calm and positive throughout the day. This day is considered a symbol of self-control, devotion, and dedication.
3. Evening Puja Preparations
In the evening, women worship Karwa Mata. The puja involves placing a decorated 'karwa' (earthen or copper pot), lamps, roli, rice, sindoor, kumkum, bangles, and sweets. The story of Karwa Chauth is narrated, and all women exchange 'karwas' with each other.
4. Moonrise and Breaking the Fast
After the moonrise at night, women view the moon through a sieve, and then their husband's face. Following this, the fast is broken by drinking water offered by the husband. This moment is deeply emotional, symbolizing the union of love and devotion.
Significance of Sargi
The tradition of Sargi in Karwa Chauth is a beautiful glimpse into Indian family culture. It is not just a meal but a symbol of love and blessings exchanged between the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. The mother or mother-in-law gives Sargi to her daughter-in-law before sunrise, which serves as a source of energy for the entire day ahead.
Sargi includes dishes such as sweets, fruits, dry fruits, vermicelli, coconut, and halwa. While consuming it, the fasting woman makes a mental resolve to observe the fast throughout the day for her husband's long life and prosperity.
Significance of Adornment and Traditional Attire
On Karwa Chauth, women wear traditional attire, especially sarees and lehengas in red, pink, or golden hues. These colors are considered symbols of good fortune and love. Women apply mehndi, wear bangles, and adorn themselves with full traditional makeup (shringar).
Adornment (Shringar) is considered not merely decoration but a symbol of marital bliss and good fortune. This day becomes a beautiful expression of a woman's faith, marital status, and femininity.
Religious Belief and Spiritual Aspect
The Karwa Chauth fast is not only a symbol of the husband's long life but also of one's own self-control and spiritual advancement. This day tests self-discipline, patience, and faith.
According to Hindu scriptures, observing the Karwa Chauth fast not only extends the husband's lifespan but also removes obstacles encountered in life.
Significance of Moonrise and Arghya
The most emotional and symbolic moment of Karwa Chauth is the sighting of the moon. Women view the moon through a sieve, then gaze at their husband, and offer 'Arghya'. This sight is one of the most beautiful traditions in Indian culture.
This year, in 2025, the moon will rise at 8:13 PM. As soon as the moon appears, women will chant mantras and pray to Chandradev (Moon God) and Karwa Mata for their husbands' long life and marital happiness.
What's Special This Year
This year, Karwa Chauth falls on a Friday, which is known as 'Shukrawar ka Vrat' (Friday fast) and is considered particularly auspicious for married women.
Furthermore, both the puja timing and moonrise occur in the evening, allowing women to comfortably perform all rituals as per schedule.
According to astrologers, this year's Karwa Chauth is falling under an auspicious planetary alignment (Shubh Yog), which will make the fast's benefits even more propitious.
