Karwa Chauth 2025 falls on Friday, October 10, a day when married women observe a strict fast from sunrise to moonrise, praying for their husbands' longevity and prosperity. Proper preparation, mindful fasting, and traditional rituals make the day spiritually enriching and culturally meaningful.
Key Highlights for Karwa Chauth 2025
Date and Timings: This year, Karwa Chauth is celebrated on October 10, 2025, with fasting beginning at sunrise around 6:12 AM and ending after moonrise approximately 8:28 PM. The puja muhurat is scheduled from 5:57 PM to 7:11 PM, the auspicious window for evening prayers and rituals.
Pre-Fasting Preparation: Traditionally, women consume ‘Sargi’ early in the morning before sunrise, a pre-dawn meal gifted by the mother-in-law. This meal includes fruits, sweets, dry fruits, and water to sustain through the day without food or water.
Rules During the Fast: Observing a ‘nirjala’ fast, women abstain from both food and water completely till the moonrise. The fast is an act of devotion and patience, symbolizing love and commitment towards their husbands’ well-being.
Evening Rituals: Women gather to perform the Karwa Chauth puja, listen to traditional katha (story), and worship Karwa Mata and other deities for blessings. The decorated thali is pivotal during this ceremony, and communal prayers strengthen bonds among women.
Moonrise and Breaking the Fast: The fast concludes by sighting the moon through a sieve, followed by viewing the husband’s face. Then, women break their fast with water and sweets, symbolizing gratitude and the fulfillment of their prayer.
Health and Well-being Tips: It is advised to stay hydrated before sunrise, avoid strenuous activities, and maintain a calm, positive mindset. Light, nutritious food for breaking the fast helps restore energy after a day-long fast.
Cultural Significance: Beyond fasting, Karwa Chauth reinforces marital love, familial ties, and spiritual discipline. It celebrates feminine strength and blessings for marital longevity, widely cherished across Northern and Western India.
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