A Day of Devotion: Your Guide to Karwa Chauth 2025 and Moonrise Timings

Karwa Chauth is a cherished Hindu festival, a testament to love, sacrifice, and the sacred bond of marriage.On this day, married women observe a strict fast from sunrise to moonrise, praying for the long life and well-being of their husbands.This year, the festival falls onFriday, October 10, 2025.The day is filled with rituals, from the pre-dawn meal known asSargi to the evening puja. However, the most anticipated moment is the sighting of the moon, which signals the end of the day-long fastAuspicious Timings for the DayThe puja, or prayer ceremony, is a central part of the celebration where women gather, often dressed in festive attire, to perform rituals and listen to the Karwa Chauthkatha (story).Puja Muhurat (Auspicious Time): 5:57 PM to 7:11 PMFasting Time: 6:19 AM to 8:13 PM (for New Delhi)Chaturthi Tithi (Fourth Day): Begins at 10:54 PM on October 9 and ends at 7:38 PM on October 10.When Will the Moon Rise? City-Wise TimingsThe moonrise time varies depending on the city. Here is a list of expected moonrise times for major cities across India to help you prepare for the special moment.New Delhi: 8:13 PMNoida: 8:13 PMGurugram: 8:14 PMMumbai: 8:55 PMKolkata: 7:42 PMChandigarh: 8:09 PMJaipur: 8:22 PMLucknow: 8:08 PMPune: 8:52 PMAhmedabad: 8:47 PMBengaluru: 8:48 PMChennai: 8:38 PMHyderabad: 8:36 PMTraditionally, women view the moon through a sieve and then look at their husband's face before he offers them the first sip of water to break the fast, a ritual that beautifully encapsulates the spirit of the day.