The Karwa Chauth fast in the year 2025 will be observed on Friday, October 10th. This fast is undertaken by married women for the long life and health of their husbands.
New Delhi: The Karwa Chauth 2025 fast will be celebrated on Friday, October 10th. In Hinduism, this fast holds special significance for married women, who observe it with the desire for unbroken marital bliss, long life, and health for their husbands. On this day, the fast begins at 6:19 AM and lasts until 8:13 PM, and it is broken after offering water to the moon.
Meaning and Purpose of the Karwa Chauth Fast
The Karwa Chauth fast is primarily observed by married women. On this day, women adorn themselves with sixteen embellishments (solah shringar) and fast for their husbands. The Karwa Chauth fast is not merely a religious obligation but is also considered a symbol of devotion and love towards the husband.
In Hinduism, this fast is observed on the Chaturthi Tithi (fourth day) of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the month of Kartik. Women believe that observing this fast ensures a long life, health, and prosperity for their husbands. The Karwa Chauth fast begins before sunrise and ends after sighting the moon at night. During this time, women observe a day-long fast without water and only consume sargi in the morning.
Date and Time of Karwa Chauth in the Year 2025
In the year 2025, Karwa Chauth falls on Friday, October 10th. This year, the Chaturthi Tithi of Karwa Chauth will commence at 10:54 PM on October 09, 2025, and will last until 7:38 PM on October 10, 2025. The auspicious time for fasting will begin at 6:19 AM and last until 8:13 PM. Thus, the total duration of the Karwa Chauth fast this year is 13 hours and 54 minutes.
Preparation and Customs of the Fast
On the day of Karwa Chauth, women begin their fast by eating sargi in the Brahma Muhurta (early morning hours). Sargi includes fruits, sweets, and light food. After this, women abstain from water, food, and drinks throughout the day. The fast is broken at night after offering arghya (water) to the moon.
This fast is also known as Karak Chaturthi. 'Karwa' means an earthen pot, which is filled with water and offered to the moon. Women pray for the long life and well-being of their husbands by offering arghya to the moon.
Sixteen Embellishments and Cultural Significance
The Karwa Chauth fast is not limited to fasting without water. On this day, women adorn themselves with sixteen embellishments, which include jewelry, mehndi (henna), beautiful clothes, and traditional makeup. This custom makes Karwa Chauth not only religiously but also culturally significant.
The purpose of the sixteen embellishments is to make women look beautiful and enhance the importance of the fast. Women get specially dressed for their husbands, and the celebration of this day is observed with the entire family and community.
Social Message of Karwa Chauth
The Karwa Chauth fast is a symbol of women's patience, love, and dedication. This fast gives women an experience of self-control and faith. Additionally, it is also a means of passing on traditions and cultural values from one generation to the next.
This day also holds special importance in the family and society. Women celebrate the festival together with their family members and in-laws. The traditional significance of the fast strengthens the spirit of cooperation, love, and harmony among women.
