Nationwide Celebration of Karva Chauth: Women Observe Fast for Husbands Longevity
Karva Chauth is celebrated with enthusiasm across India as women fast for their husbands health and longevity.
New Delhi, October 29 (Daily Kiran) : The festival of Karva Chauth was celebrated with great enthusiasm across India on Thursday, including in New Delhi. Women observed fasts for the longevity and health of their husbands, performing rituals with devotion. The bustling Chandni Chowk market was particularly lively as preparations for the festival took center stage.
Astrologer and Vastu expert Manya noted that the moon is expected to rise at 8:17 PM. She advised women to break their fast according to the scheduled time, especially if clouds obscure the moon. For those separated from their partners, she suggested using photo or video calls to complete the ritual.
In Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, the Arya Samaj community celebrated Karva Chauth with fervor. Women fasted throughout the day and engaged in traditional customs, praying for their husbands’ long lives and family happiness.
In Guna, Madhya Pradesh, local markets saw a significant influx of women shopping for the festival. They purchased traditional and designer items, including decorated earthen pots, prayer thalis, and cosmetics. Prices for designer pots ranged from ₹20 to ₹100, while decorative prayer sets cost between ₹150 and ₹500.
Malls in Mohali, Punjab, buzzed with activity as women eagerly shopped in anticipation of the festival. This occasion not only holds emotional and cultural significance but also showcases the support of husbands.
From Bikaner in Rajasthan to Rajgarh in Madhya Pradesh, markets overflowed with women preparing for Karva Chauth. In Ajmer, Rajasthan, a large gathering of women visited the 150-year-old Chauth Mata Temple in Rishi Valley to perform rituals, pray for their husbands’ longevity, and seek blessings for marital happiness and family well-being.
In Bharatpur, Rajasthan, over 150 women at a local ashram celebrated Karva Chauth, praying for their husbands’ safety amidst uncertainties regarding family reunions. In Kapurthala, Punjab, women gathered at the Shri Satya Narayan Temple to perform rituals and listen to the traditional tales associated with the fast.
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