Karva Chauth 2025 Full Guide: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Moonrise Time, Fasting Rules, Rituals, and the History Behind the Festival
Karva Chauth 2025 Full Guide: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Moonrise Time, Fasting Rules, Rituals, and the History Behind the Festival
Karva Chauth is one of the most awaited festivals for married women across India, especially in northern and western states. The festival is seen as a celebration of love, devotion, and the strong bond between husband and wife. On this day, women observe a strict fast from sunrise to moonrise, praying for the long life and good health of their husbands.
Over the years, Karva Chauth has grown beyond tradition to symbolize togetherness, with some men also keeping the fast alongside their wives. Families come together for rituals, storytelling, and celebrations, making it a festival filled with color, joy, and togetherness.
When is Karva Chauth in 2025?
In 2025, Karva Chauth will be celebrated on Friday, October 10. The festival falls during the Hindu lunar month of Kartik, on the fourth day of the Krishna Paksha (the waning moon phase), just a few days before Diwali.
Puja Muhurat and Moonrise Time for Karva Chauth in 2025
For 2025, the puja muhurat is set between 5:57 PM and 7:11 PM, a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes. The moonrise time is expected at 8:13 PM.
Women begin their fast before sunrise and do not consume food or even water throughout the day. The fast is broken only after sighting the moon and completing the rituals in the evening.
How Karva Chauth Is Observed
The day begins before sunrise, with women eating sargi, a special pre-dawn meal often prepared by mothers-in-law. Once the fast starts, no food or water is consumed until the evening.
In the evening, women gather for the Karva Chauth puja, where they worship Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kartikeya. They also listen to the Karva Chauth Katha, a story about faith and devotion that adds spiritual meaning to the day.
After the moon rises at 8:13 PM, women view it through a sieve, offer water (arghya), and pray for their husbands’ well-being. The fast is then broken, usually with the husband offering his wife water and the first bite of food, making it an emotional and intimate moment for couples.
Stories and Significance of Karva Chauth
The festival is rooted in tales of loyalty and sacrifice. One of the most popular stories is that of Queen Veervati, whose devotion brought her husband back to life. Another legend tells of Karva, whose prayers saved her husband from danger. These stories continue to inspire women to observe the fast with faith and dedication.
Historical Roots of Karva Chauth
The word “Karva” means earthen pot (often used during rituals), and “Chauth” means the fourth day. The festival is celebrated on the fourth day of the Kartik month, nine days before Diwali.
Traditionally, Karva Chauth was believed to strengthen the bond between a bride and her in-laws. With time, the meaning has shifted to focus on love and blessings for a husband’s long life. In some regions, it is also linked with community bonding among women.
Interestingly, while Karva Chauth is more popular in North India, Southern states do not observe it widely. Soon after Karva Chauth, families also celebrate Ahoi Ashtami, a fast for the well-being of sons.
Why Karva Chauth Remains Special
Even though its significance has evolved, Karva Chauth continues to be celebrated with great enthusiasm and passion. It is not just about fasting but about faith, love, and reinforcing the marital bond. Today, it is seen as one of the most special festivals for couples, a day that highlights devotion, togetherness, and blessings for the future.
