Introduction
Karwa Chauth is a Hindu festival celebrated by married women in India. It is observed on the fourth day of the Hindu month of Kartik, which falls in October or November. On this day, married women fast from sunrise to moonrise for the well-being, longevity, and prosperity of their husbands. The festival has great significance in Hindu culture and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy.
When is Karwa Chauth 2024?
Karwa Chauth 2024 will be celebrated on Sunday, 20th October 2024. It falls on the fourth day of the Hindu month of Kartik. The festival is celebrated in various parts of India, including North India, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and some parts of Uttar Pradesh.
How is Karwa Chauth Celebrated?
Karwa Chauth is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm by married women in India. They observe a fast from sunrise to moonrise and break their fast after seeing the moon through a sieve and then their husband’s face. Women dress up in traditional attire and apply mehndi on their hands. They perform puja and offer prayers to the moon god and seek blessings for their husbands’ longevity, well-being, and prosperity.
What is the Significance of Karwa Chauth?
Karwa Chauth is a festival that celebrates the bond of love, trust, and commitment between husband and wife. It is also a symbol of the husband’s love and affection towards his wife. The festival is believed to strengthen the bond between husband and wife and ensure their happiness and prosperity.
What are the Rituals of Karwa Chauth?
The rituals of Karwa Chauth include observing a fast, performing puja, offering prayers to the moon god, and breaking the fast after seeing the moon through a sieve and then the husband’s face. Women also exchange Karwa Chauth gifts with their family and friends.
What are the Do’s and Don’ts of Karwa Chauth?
The Do’s of Karwa Chauth include observing the fast with devotion and sincerity, performing puja, and offering prayers to the moon god. Women should dress up in traditional attire and apply mehndi on their hands. They should also take proper rest and avoid excessive physical exertion. The Don’ts of Karwa Chauth include not eating or drinking anything during the fast, not breaking the fast before seeing the moon through a sieve and then the husband’s face, and not indulging in any kind of negativity or gossip.
Conclusion
Karwa Chauth is an important festival celebrated by married women in India. It is a symbol of love, trust, and commitment between husband and wife. The festival is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm and is believed to bring happiness, prosperity, and longevity to the married couple. Karwa Chauth 2024 will be celebrated on Sunday, 20th October 2024, and we wish all the married women a happy and blessed Karwa Chauth.