When is Karva Chauth 2025? Check date and puja muhurat
Karva Chauth is one of the most cherished festivals for married women in India, especially in the northern and western regions. This festival is a celebration of love, devotion, and the strong bond between husband and wife. On this day, married women fast from sunrise to moonrise, praying for the long life and well-being of their husbands. The festival is not just about fasting; it is a day filled with traditions, rituals, and stories that bring families together. Over the years, Karva Chauth has also become a symbol of togetherness and mutual respect in marriage, with some men even joining their wives in the fast. The festival is celebrated with much enthusiasm, colourful attire, and beautiful rituals that have been passed down through generations.advertisementWHEN IS KARVA CHAUTH IN 2025?
Karva Chauth in 2025 will be celebrated on Friday, 10 October. This day falls during the Hindu lunar month of Kartik, on the fourth day of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon), just a few days before Diwali.KARVA CHAUTH 2025 PUJA MUHURAT AND MOONRISE TIMEPuja Muhurat: 5:57 PM to 7:11 PM (1 hour 14 minutes)Moonrise Time: 8:13 PMWomen begin their fast before sunrise and do not eat or drink anything during the day. The fast is broken only after sighting the moon and performing the final rituals.RITUALS AND HOW KARVA CHAUTH IS OBSERVEDWomen wake up early before sunrise, eat 'sargi' (a pre-dawn meal), and begin their fast.Throughout the day, they do not consume food or water.In the evening, women gather for the Karva Chauth puja. They worship Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kartikeya, and listen to the Karva Chauth Katha The puja is performed during the shubh muhurat, which in 2025 is between 5:57 PM and 7:11 PMAfter the moon rises at 8:13 PM, women view the moon through a sieve, offer water (arghya), and pray for their husbands' long life.The fast is then broken, usually with the husband offering water and the first bite of food to his wife.advertisementSIGNIFICANCE AND STORIESKarva Chauth is rooted in tales of devotion and sacrifice. The most popular story is of Queen Veervati, whose love and dedication brought her husband back to life. Another legend is about Karva, whose prayers saved her husband from danger. These stories inspire women to observe the fast with faith and devotion.WHY KARVA CHAUTH IS IMPORTANTKarva Chauth is more than just a fast; it is a celebration of marital love and the strength of relationships. The rituals and prayers are believed to bring happiness, prosperity, and longevity to married couples. The festival also promotes family unity, as the celebrations often involve the entire household.
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