Karwa Chauth 2025: Moonrise Times, Traditions, and Celebrity Observances
Tomorrow, October 10, 2025, marks Karwa Chauth, a significant North Indian festival predominantly observed by married Hindu women. This year, the moonrise time, crucial for breaking the test, is expected to vary by city and will be published in local news and astrology columns.
Karwa Chauth, which falls on the fourth day of the dark fortnight in the Hindu lunar calendar, symbolizes marital devotion, cultural bonding, and spiritual discipline. Women fast from sunrise to moonrise, praying for the long life, health, and prosperity of their husbands. The festival is deeply rooted in tradition and familial warmth, reinforcing the bonds of marriage and hope.
The name 'Karwa' refers to an earthen pot, and 'Chauth' means the fourth. The festival is celebrated not just in Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, but also by Hindu communities in regions like Bihar and parts of Northern India beyond these states. However, it is predominantly popular in North Indian states.
An integral part of the observance is the Karwa Chauth Katha, a ritual story that includes the origin legend and the tale of Satyavati & Karwa. Major rituals involve a pre-dawn meal called Sargi, daytime fasting, Puja preparation, Puja & storytelling, and breaking the test with gifts and a festive meal. In recent years, some husbands have started fasting in solidarity, and younger couples celebrate modern interpretations of the festival. Celebrities like Jasmine Babbbar and Sunita Ahuja have shared their Karwa Chauth celebrations on social media.
Tomorrow, as the moon rises, millions of women across North India will break their test, marking the end of Karwa Chauth. This festival, with its rich traditions and cultural significance, continues to bring families together, strengthening marital bonds and preserving age-old customs.
