Karwa Chauth 2025 — Date, Moonrise Time, Muhurat & Rituals
Karwa Chauth is one of the most widely observed fasts by married Hindu women in North India. It is a symbol of love, devotion, and the bond between husband and wife. In 2025, this festival carries its customary rituals, significance, and schedules. Below is everything you need to know to observe Karwa Chauth properly—date, moonrise, puja timings, rituals, etc.
Karwa Chauth Date & Tithi in 2025
- In 2025, Karwa Chauth will be observed on October 10, 2025 (Friday) in India.
- The Chaturthi Tithi (fourth lunar day of Krishna Paksha in Kartik month) begins on October 9 at 10:54 PM (on the previous night) and ends on October 10 at 7:38 PM.
- Because the Tithi spans over two dates, the fast is held on the 10th (when the Chaturthi Tithi is operative for the day).
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Karwa Chauth Moonrise Time & Puja Muhurat
The timings below are indicative and can vary by city — always check a local panchang or astrologer for precise timings in your area.
| Event | Approx Time (IST) | Notes / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Moonrise | ~ 8:28 PM | as per an online source for 2025 |
| Alternate moonrise listing | ~ 8:12:59 PM | per AstroSage for Delhi |
| Puja Muhurat | 5:57 PM to 7:11 PM | (in some sources) |
| Puja Muhurat (in DrikPanchang listing) | 6:18 PM to 7:31 PM |
Note: The fast should be broken only after moonrise. The puja and rituals are usually done in the evening before or concurrent with moonrise.
Karwa Chauth Rituals, Vidhi & Traditions
Pre-dawn Meal: Sargi
- The fast begins with a Sargi (pre-dawn meal), typically given by the mother-in-law to her daughter-in-law before sunrise.
- Sargi often includes dry fruits, sweets, fruits, paratha, ladoos, etc. Its purpose is to help sustain the fast.
Daytime Fast (Nirjala Vrat)
- Women observe a nirjala vrat, i.e. no food or water from sunrise until moonrise.
- The day is spent in prayer, reading of the Karwa Chauth Katha, and often in fasting with devotion.
Preparations & Daytime Rituals
- Wear traditional attire—saree, lehenga, or special clothes (often in red / bridal tones).
- Apply mehndi (henna) designs.
- Decorate puja thali (plate) with flowers, diya (lamp), water, sweets, sindoor, kumkum, etc.
- Keep a Karwa (earthen pot) — often clay pot with water, symbolizing fertility and life. Using a clay Karwa is considered auspicious.
Evening Puja & Moon Sighting
- In the evening, women gather for Karwa Chauth puja. A priest or elder recites the Katha (legend) of Karwa Chauth.
- After the puja, they await moonrise. Once the moon is visible, women view it through a sieve (chalni) and then look at their husband’s face through the sieve, then break their fast.
- A symbolic arghya (offering water to the moon) is also done.
Breaking the Fast
- After moonrise, the husband gives the first sip of water to his wife, helping break the fast. Often, gifts are exchanged (e.g. sweets, clothes, jewelry).
- Some customs also call for donating the used Karwa (clay pot) or giving it away.
Karwa Chauth Significance & Mythology
- Karwa Chauth reflects pativrata devotion — wives praying for the long life, health, and prosperity of their husbands.
- One famous legend is that of Veeravati, whose devotion to her husband prompted her to keep the fast and ultimately bring him back to life.
- It is also tied to the worship of Karwa Mata (a fertility / earth goddess in some traditions), as well as prayers to Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesh, and Goddess Parvati in some households.
- Symbolically, the fast underscores sacrifice, selflessness, and the sacred bond of marriage.
Regional Variations
- In different states and regions, there are slight variations in rituals, timing, and customs.
- In some places, unmarried women also observe the fast, praying for a suitable life partner.
- Using a clay Karwa (pot) is more emphasized in some regions.
- The moonrise timing and puja muhurat vary by city, so local panchang must be consulted.
Conclusion
Karwa Chauth remains a beautiful blend of devotion, love, tradition, and ritual. While its core significance remains unchanged, its observance each year is tied closely to the lunar calendar, regional customs, and community participation. In 2025, married women will fast from sunrise till moonrise on October 10, performing puja, prayers, and symbolic rituals to honor their marital bond. Observing the fast with faith, respect to timing, and devotion is what gives this festival its enduring meaning.
