Karva Chauth 2025: Date, Puja Time, Moonrise, Sargi Muhurat

Karva Chauth holds special significance in Hinduism. This year, the Karva Chauth fast will be observed on October 10th. According to religious beliefs, married women observe this fast for their husbands' long life, happiness, prosperity, good health, and progress. On Karva Chauth, married women observe a waterless fast from sunrise to moonrise.

When the moon is visible at night, they worship the Moon God, offer water, and break their fast by drinking water from their husband's hands. A few hours before moonrise, the Karva Mata puja begins in the evening, where all married women gather to perform the sixteen adornments. During the puja, they listen to the story of Karva Chauth. Then, after moonrise, the Moon God is worshipped by looking through a sieve.

What is the date and auspicious time for Karva Chauth 2025?

Karva Chauth 2025 is on Friday, October 10th.

Sargi (meal) time before sunrise: Approximately 4:45 am to 5:15 am

Moon sighting time: Approximately 6:30 pm (times may vary by location)

Who can observe the Karva Chauth fast?

• Primarily, married women observe this fast for the long life and health of their husbands.
• In some regions, unmarried women also observe this fast to obtain a good husband.
• Traditionally, men did not observe this fast; however, in modern times, husbands can also observe it along with their wives.

What is the significance of the Karva Chauth fast?

• This fast is observed for the husband's longevity, health, happiness and prosperity.
• Religiously, Goddess Parvati observed this fast for Lord Shiva, and Sita for Lord Rama.
• Socially, it strengthens family and marital relationships.

Karva Chauth Puja Method

• Start with Sunrise: Begin the fast by offering water to the Sun God at sunrise.
• Significance of Sargi: Eat the Sargi given by your mother or mother-in-law in the morning (before sunrise), which includes fruits, sweets, and nuts. This provides energy and auspiciousness throughout the day.
• Nirjala Vrat: Abstain from food and water throughout the day. This fast is observed for the long life and well-being of your husband.
• Calm and Moderate Day: Maintain peace throughout the day by avoiding heavy work and keeping your mind filled with positivity and devotion.
• Puja Preparation: Worship Karva Mata in the evening. Prepare a decorated Karva (earthen pot), a lamp, vermillion, and other worship materials for the puja.
• Chandra Darshan: Look at the moon at night and pray to Karva Mata and Chandra Dev for your husband's longevity and marital happiness.
• Breaking the Fast: After Chandra Darshan and the puja, break the fast with your husband. Drink water first, then eat.
• Makeup and Dress: Wear traditional clothing, henna, and jewelry. This day symbolizes devotion, love, and marital prosperity.

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