Karwa Chauth Vrat — Date, Vidhi & Timing

Significance

Married women’s nirjala or sargi-based fast for husbands’ long life and well-being.

Niyam (rules)

1. Married women fast from sunrise until moonrise for husbands’ well-being.
2. Avoid food and water until the moon is sighted and puja is complete.
3. Dress in traditional attire and gather with other women for the evening katha if possible.

Vidhi (how to observe)

1. Before sunrise, eat sargi sent by mother-in-law or prepared at home.
2. Spend the day in mehendi, puja preparation, and katha gathering.
3. In the evening, listen to Karwa Chauth katha with other women.
4. When the moon rises, sight it through a sieve, offer arghya, and seek husband’s blessing.
5. Break fast with the first sip of water and morsel from husband’s hand.