Karwa Chauth 2025: The auspicious fast of Karwa Chauth is celebrated with immense devotion and enthusiasm on the Chaturthi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik, while this year, on October 10th, married women will observe a Nirjala fast, praying for their husbands' long lives, prosperity, and eternal marital bliss. According to Drik Panchang, on this day, Lord Shiva, Mata Parvati, Lord Ganesha, and Kartikeya are worshipped. Women break their fast only after offering Arghya to the moon upon its rise, while reciting Vrat Kathas during the puja is considered highly significant. Here are three prominent tales that can bring desired blessings.
The Tale of the Blind Old Woman
A blind old woman regularly observed Ganesha and Karwa Chauth fasts. Pleased with her devotion, Lord Ganesha offered her a boon, while after consulting her son, daughter-in-law, and neighbor, she cleverly asked Ganesha for eyesight, wealth, good health, eternal marital bliss, the joy of seeing her grandson drink milk from a golden bowl, and the happiness of her entire family. Ganesha, impressed by her wisdom, granted all her wishes. This story illustrates that sincere devotion can fulfill every desire.
The Story of the Merchant's Seven Sons and Daughter
A merchant's daughter was observing the Karwa Chauth fast. Her brothers, seeing her hunger, tricked her by lighting a lamp behind a sieve to simulate the moon, causing her to break her fast prematurely. Consequently, her husband passed away, while realizing her mistake, she refused to cremate his body and observed Chaturthi fasts throughout the year. On the next Karwa Chauth, she performed the puja meticulously and prayed to Mata Karwa for her husband's revival, while pleased by her chastity and devotion, Mata Karwa restored her husband to life.
The Legend of Washerwoman Karwa
Karwa, a devoted washerwoman, lived with her husband by the Tungabhadra River. One day, a crocodile seized her husband. Karwa, with unwavering resolve, tied the crocodile with a raw thread and dragged it to the abode of Yamraj, the god of death. She pleaded with Yamraj to punish the crocodile and grant her husband a long life, while impressed by Karwa's courage and chastity, Yamraj sent the crocodile to Yamapuri and blessed her husband with longevity. Since then, the Karwa Chauth fast became prevalent. This tale symbolizes unwavering love and faith towards one's spouse.
