Karwa Chauth
Dates follow the Indian calendar (IST). If you’re outside India, your local temple may observe a day earlier or later for tithi-based festivals.
On Karwa Chauth, married women fast from sunrise until moonrise for the long life and wellbeing of their husbands. The day begins with a pre-dawn sargi meal, and ends when the moon rises and the fast is broken — traditionally after viewing the moon through a sieve.
For your location
Timing Advisory
This festival follows moonrise timings. Local observance may differ by region and timezone. Please check with your local temple or trusted Panchang for exact muhurat.
📋 How to Observe
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Eat sargi before sunrise to begin the fast
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Dress up and join other women for the afternoon katha
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View the rising moon through a sieve, then your spouse's face
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Break the fast with water and food from your spouse's hands
Pandit ji's Message
Dear devotee, Karwa Chauth is a time for spiritual reflection and community celebration. Whether you're observing traditional rituals or adapting them to your modern life, remember that the sincerity of your devotion matters more than elaborate ceremonies. May this festival bring divine blessings to you and your family.
🙏 - Pandit Bala Krishan
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