Karwa Chauth is a festival that celebrates the sacred bond of marriage, devotion, and the timeless tradition of fasting for love. Married women — and in modern times, even men — observe a strict fast for the longevity, prosperity, and well-being of their partners. Beyond its rituals, Karwa Chauth carries mythological depth and astrological importance.
Karwa Chauth 2025 Date & Timings
| Event | Timings |
|---|---|
| Karwa Chauth Date | Friday, October 10, 2025 |
| Puja Muhurat | 05:57 PM to 07:11 PM (Duration – 1 hour 14 minutes) |
| Fasting (Upavasa) Time | 06:19 AM to 08:13 PM (Duration – 13 hours 54 minutes) |
| Moonrise Timing | 08:13 PM |
| Chaturthi Tithi Begins | 10:54 PM on October 9, 2025 |
| Chaturthi Tithi Ends | 07:38 PM on October 10, 2025 |
These timings are crucial as the puja must be performed within the auspicious window, and the fast is broken only after sighting the moon.
Rituals of Karwa Chauth
- Sargi: Pre-dawn meal prepared by mothers-in-law, including fruits, dry fruits, and sweets, eaten before sunrise.
- Nirjala Vrat: A waterless fast observed from sunrise to moonrise.
- Evening Puja: Women dress in festive attire, apply mehendi, and gather for the Karwa Chauth story (Katha), performing rituals with the karwa (clay pot) and diya.
- Moonrise Ceremony: At moonrise, women view the moon through a sieve, then look at their husbands, offer arghya (water), and break the fast.
The Story Behind Karwa Chauth
The most popular legend is that of Queen Veervati:
- During her first fast, her brothers tricked her into breaking it early by showing her a false moon.
- As a result, her husband died, but through her prayers and Goddess Parvati’s blessings, his life was restored.
This tale underlines the faith, sincerity, and power of Karwa Chauth rituals.
Astrological Significance of Karwa Chauth
Astrologically, Karwa Chauth is observed on Krishna Paksha Chaturthi of the Kartik month, when the energies of Moon (Chandra) and Mars (Mangal) are strongly felt.
- Moon: Governs emotions, marital harmony, and peace.
- Mars: Symbolizes courage, energy, and protection in relationships.
The offering of water to the Moon at night balances emotional energies and strengthens love between partners. Wearing red, pink, or gold (colors ruled by Venus and Mars) is considered auspicious.
Astrological Remedies on Karwa Chauth
- Chant “Om Somaya Namah” while offering white sweets or milk to the Moon.
- Couples facing disharmony can pray together during the moonrise.
- Married women can place a red cloth and sindoor in the puja thali to enhance Venus energy for love and harmony.
Conclusion
Karwa Chauth 2025 will be observed on Friday, 10th October, with the fast lasting nearly 14 hours until moonrise at 8:13 PM. The festival beautifully blends devotion, mythology, and astrology, reminding us that love and faith have the power to transform destiny.
