New Delhi, Oct.10,2025:Karwa Chauth 2025 will be observed across India with deep devotion, joy, and spiritual connection. Celebrated on the Chaturthi of Krishna Paksha in Kartik month, this festival is one of the most cherished Hindu fasting rituals for married women-
On this auspicious day, women observe a nirjala vrat (fast without food or water) from sunrise to moonrise, praying for their husbands’ long life, prosperity, and well-being.
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Across generations, Karwa Chauth has symbolized faith, dedication, and the sacred bond between a husband and wife.
According to Hindu scriptures, the fast is observed when the Moon (Chandra) rises on the Chandrodaya Vyapini Chaturthi, making it spiritually potent for married women.
Date and Muhurat of Karwa Chauth 2025
In 2025, Karwa Chauth will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
Chaturthi Tithi Begins: October 8, 2025, at 6:25 AM
Chaturthi Tithi Ends: October 9, 2025, at 4:45 AM
Exact timings may vary based on location. Always verify with a local Panchang or reliable source such as Drik Panchang.
Significance of Karwa Chauth 2025
The spiritual core of Karwa Chauth 2025 lies in devotion and marital harmony. Women across India — especially in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Madhya Pradesh — celebrate this day with great enthusiasm.
It is believed that by keeping the Karwa Chauth fast, a woman invokes blessings from Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Lord Kartikeya, Lord Ganesha, and Moon God (Chandra Dev) for her husband’s long life.
The word ‘Karwa’ means earthen pot, symbolizing prosperity and love, while ‘Chauth’ denotes the fourth day after the full moon.
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Karwa Chauth Puja Vidhi
The Karwa Chauth Puja Vidhi 2025 follows ancient Vedic rituals. Here’s how devotees perform the sacred worship:
Morning Preparation:– Women wake up before sunrise and have Sargi, a pre-dawn meal prepared by their mothers-in-law. They apply mehndi (henna) and dress in beautiful traditional attire, often red or pink sarees symbolizing love and purity.
Sankalp (Vow):– After the morning bath, women take a sankalp to observe the fast with sincerity until moonrise, praying for their husband’s longevity.
Setting the Puja Area:– A small altar is prepared using white clay or sand. Idols or pictures of Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Lord Ganesha, Lord Kartikeya, and Chandra Dev are placed on it. If idols are unavailable, betel nuts (supari) tied with a red thread are used as symbolic deities.
Evening Puja:– Women gather in groups, sing Karwa Chauth songs, and circulate their thalis (plates) among each other while listening to the Karwa Chauth Katha. Offerings include sweets, dry fruits, roli, chawal, diya, and water in the Karwa (clay pot).
Arghya to the Moon:– When the moon rises, women view it through a sieve (chalni) and offer arghya — water mixed with milk and flowers. They then see their husband’s face through the sieve and break their fast after receiving water or sweets from their spouse.
Karwa Chauth Puja Materials List
For Karwa Chauth 2025, devotees should prepare the following items-
Clay or sand for the altar
Idols/pictures of Shiva, Parvati, Kartikeya, Ganesha, and Moon
Roli, rice, haldi, kumkum
Sweets (Modak or Laddoo made from ghee and wheat flour)
Karwa (earthen pot) filled with water
Incense, diya (lamp), flowers
Sieve (chalni), red thread, and a dupatta
Mantras to Recite During Karwa Chauth 2025
While performing the puja, these Sanskrit mantras are traditionally chanted-
For Lord Shiva: “ॐ नमः शिवाय”
For Goddess Parvati: “ॐ शिवायै नमः”
For Lord Kartikeya: “ॐ षण्मुखाय नमः”
For Lord Ganesha: “ॐ गणेशाय नमः”
For Moon God: “ॐ सोमाय नमः”
Each mantra invokes divine blessings for longevity, peace, and marital bliss.
The Legend Behind Karwa Chauth Vrat Katha
According to Hindu mythology, the Karwa Chauth Vrat Katha tells the tale of Queen Veeravati, who fainted from hunger before moonrise. Concerned for her, her brothers tricked her by showing a false moon reflection. When she broke her fast early, tragedy struck — her husband fell seriously ill.
Devastated, Veeravati prayed earnestly to Goddess Parvati, who forgave her and restored her husband’s life. Since then, women observe the fast with complete devotion and patience, waiting until the true moonrise to break it.
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Karwa Chauth 2025 Moonrise Time and Arghya Ritual
In 2025, the moonrise is expected around 8:12 PM (IST) in most parts of India.
The Arghya ritual is a deeply emotional moment when women look at the moon, pray silently for their husbands, and finally break their day-long fast. The sight of the moon signifies completeness, renewal, and divine blessing.
Karwa Chauth Traditions in Different States
Punjab & Haryana: Women perform traditional songs like “Veero Kudiye Karwachauth” and exchange decorated thalis.
Rajasthan: Married women adorn themselves with elaborate jewelry and pray to Gaur Mata.
Uttar Pradesh & Delhi: Communities organize collective pujas in temples and housing societies.
Maharashtra & Gujarat: The festival is observed by both newlyweds and elderly couples, promoting togetherness.
Tips for Safe and Healthy Fasting on Karwa Chauth 2025
While the Karwa Chauth 2025 fast is a symbol of devotion, it’s important to stay healthy-
Eat a nutrient-rich Sargi including fruits, nuts, and coconut water.
Avoid caffeine before fasting.
Stay hydrated before sunrise.
If you feel dizzy or weak, consult a doctor — health should always come first.
Cultural and Modern Significance of Karwa Chauth 2025
In modern India, Karwa Chauth has evolved into both a spiritual and romantic celebration. Social media platforms are flooded with couples sharing their fasting moments, while celebrities such as Priyanka Chopra, Anushka Sharma, and Kareena Kapoor Khan celebrate the day with grandeur.
Men too, in recent years, have begun observing fasts alongside their wives, symbolizing equality in love and faith.
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The Spiritual Essence of Karwa Chauth 2025
As the moon graces the night sky on Karwa Chauth 2025, millions of women will raise their thalis in silent prayer — a symbol of faith, loyalty, and everlasting love.
Beyond rituals and fasting, the festival embodies the timeless Indian values of devotion, trust, and companionship that continue to strengthen marital bonds across generations.