Karwa Chauth Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Karwa Chauth is a fasting day observed by married women in North India for the longevity and well-being of their husbands. Women fast from sunrise to moonrise without food or water.
Karwa Chauth — Mythology & Legend
According to legend, Queen Veeravati broke her fast before moonrise and lost her husband. She was advised to observe the fast again with full devotion. The tale of Savitri-Satyavan also underscores the power of a wife's devotion. Women break the fast after sighting the moon and receiving water from their husband.
Karwa Chauth Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- Before sunrise, eat the sargi (meal from mother-in-law) with fruits, dry fruits, and seviyan.
- Apply mehndi in the morning; wear traditional clothes and jewellery.
- Observe nirjala fast (no food or water) throughout the day.
- In the evening, gather with other women and perform the Karwa Chauth puja; listen to the katha.
- After moonrise, sight the moon through a sieve, then look at the husband; receive water from him to break the fast.
Karwa Chauth Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ चन्द्रमसे नमः
oṃ candramase namaḥ
Salutations to Chandra
Karwa Chauth Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Sargi: fruits, dry fruits, seviyan
- ●After moon: full meal
- ●Sweets and thali
Karwa Chauth — Regional Celebrations across India
North India (Punjab, UP, Rajasthan)(करवा चौथ)
Major festival, sargi and moon sighting
Other regions(करवा चौथ)
Observed by some communities
Karwa Chauth Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Observe fast with devotion
- ✓Wear traditional clothes and mehndi
- ✓Perform puja with other women
- ✓Break fast only after moon sighting
Don'ts
- ✗Do not consume food or water during fast
- ✗Avoid breaking fast before moon
- ✗Do not argue or stress
Karwa Chauth — FAQ
- What is Karwa Chauth?
- Karwa Chauth is a fasting day observed by married women in North India for the longevity and well-being of their husbands.
- When is Karwa Chauth 2026?
- In 2026, Karwa Chauth falls on Thursday, 29 October 2026.
- What are the Karwa Chauth puja rituals?
- Before sunrise, eat the sargi (meal from mother-in-law) with fruits, dry fruits, and seviyan.; Apply mehndi in the morning; wear traditional clothes and jewellery.; Observe nirjala fast (no food or water) throughout the day.; In the evening, gather with other women and perform the Karwa Chauth puja; listen to the katha.
- What to eat on Karwa Chauth?
- Sargi: fruits, dry fruits, seviyan, After moon: full meal, Sweets and thali
- What should you do on Karwa Chauth?
- Observe fast with devotion; Wear traditional clothes and mehndi; Perform puja with other women
- What should you avoid on Karwa Chauth?
- Do not consume food or water during fast; Avoid breaking fast before moon; Do not argue or stress
- Which deity is worshipped on Karwa Chauth?
- Karwa Chauth is dedicated to Chandra.
Upcoming Karwa Chauth Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Karwa Chauth is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct 2026 | Thursday | 08:12 pm | — |
| 19 Oct 2027 | Tuesday | 08:24 pm | — |