Karwachauth, a significant festival celebrated in India, holds immense importance in Indian culture. This traditional Hindu festival is observed by married women who fast from sunrise to moonrise for the well-being and longevity of their husbands. The word “Karwachauth” is derived from two words: “Karwa” meaning clay pot and “chauth” meaning fourth. It falls on the fourth day after the full moon in the month of Kartik. The festival begins with women waking up before dawn to consume a pre-dawn meal called “sargi,” which is prepared by their mothers-in-law. Throughout the day, they abstain from food and water until they spot the moon at nightfall. They break their fast after offering prayers to the moon and seeking blessings for their husbands’ prosperity.

Karwachauth symbolizes love, devotion, and sacrifice between married couples. It strengthens marital bonds as women pray for their husbands’ long lives and well-being. The festival also serves as an occasion for families to come together, with married daughters returning to their parents’ homes to celebrate this auspicious day.

Moreover, Karwachauth showcases Indian traditions and customs that have been passed down through generations. Women dress up in vibrant traditional attire like sarees or lehengas, adorn themselves with intricate jewellery, apply henna on their hands, and exchange gifts with each other. Karwachauth is not just a religious observance but also an integral part of Indian culture that celebrates love and devotion between husband and wife. It brings families closer together while preserving age-old traditions that have stood the test of time.

By: Ms. Ved Chandhni Choudhary (Assistant Manager – Administration)