Karwa Chauth is one of the most cherished Hindu festivals, symbolizing love, devotion, and the deep emotional bond between married couples. Celebrated primarily by married women, the festival holds immense cultural and spiritual significance. According to the Vedic lunar calendar, Karwa Chauth falls on the Chaturthi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha- the fourth day of the waning moon- in the month of Kartik. In 2025, the festival will be observed with grandeur both in India and across Indian diaspora communities in the United States and Canada.On this day, married women observe a nirjala vrat, a fast undertaken without food or water, from sunrise until the moon rises at night. The fast is broken only after sighting the moon and offering prayers for the well-being and longevity of their husbands.Karwa Chauth 2025 Guide for NRIs: Fasting Traditions and How to Celebrate in the USAReligious traditions hold that observing the Karwa Chauth fast with sincerity brings long life and prosperity to one’s spouse and fosters harmony within marriage. Beyond its spiritual aspects, the day is also celebrated with vibrant customs- from adorning oneself in bright sarees and jewelry to applying intricate mehendi designs. Across the world, especially among Indian communities in the US and Canada, women gather in temples and cultural centers to perform the evening puja together before eagerly awaiting moonrise.
This year Karwa Chauth will be observed on October 9 across US and Canada. Following are the moon sighting time for each time zone of US, according to Drik Panchang.Karwa Chauth 2025: Top 10 foods to avoid, what not to eat before and after the Karwa Chauth fast
Karwa Chauth 2025 : Exact moon sighting time and pooja details
Toronto, Canada
Karwa Chauth Puja Muhurat – 06:44 PM to 08:00 PMKarwa Chauth Upavasa Time – 07:25 AM to 07:54 PMKrishna Dashami Moonrise on Karwa Chauth Day – 07:54 PMChaturthi Tithi Begins – 01:24 PM on Oct 09, 2025Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 10:08 AM on Oct 10, 2025New York, USA(Eastern Daylight Time)Karwa Chauth Puja Muhurat – 06:25 PM to 07:40 PMKarwa Chauth Upavasa Time – 07:01 AM to 07:42 PMKrishna Dashami Moonrise on Karwa Chauth Day – 07:42 PM
Chaturthi Tithi Begins – 01:24 PM on Oct 09, 2025Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 10:08 AM on Oct 10, 2025Celebrating Karwa Chauth 2025 in the US? Here are the essential DOs and DON’Ts for fasting abroadChicago, USA(Central Daylight Time)Karwa Chauth Puja Muhurat – 06:18 PM to 07:34 PMKarwa Chauth Upavasa Time – 06:57 AM to 07:34 PMKrishna Dashami Moonrise on Karwa Chauth Day – 07:34 PMChaturthi Tithi Begins – 12:24 PM on Oct 09, 2025Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 09:08 AM on Oct 10, 2025Salt Lake City(Mountain Daylight Time)Karwa Chauth Puja Muhurat – 06:56 PM to 08:12 PMKarwa Chauth Upavasa Time – 07:33 AM to 08:18 PMKrishna Dashami Moonrise on Karwa Chauth Day – 08:18 PMChaturthi Tithi Begins – 11:24 AM on Oct 09, 2025Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 08:08 AM on Oct 10, 2025Los Angeles(Pacific Daylight Time)Karwa Chauth Puja Muhurat – 06:26 PM to 07:41 PMKarwa Chauth Upavasa Time – 06:54 AM to 08:06 PMKrishna Dashami Moonrise on Karwa Chauth Day – 08:06 PM
Chaturthi Tithi Begins – 10:24 AM on Oct 09, 2025Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 07:08 AM on Oct 10, 2025Anchorage(Alaska Daylight Time)Karwa Chauth Puja Muhurat – 07:12 PM to 08:28 PMKarwa Chauth Upavasa Time – 07:46 AM to 08:38 PMKrishna Dashami Moonrise on Karwa Chauth Day – 08:38 PMChaturthi Tithi Begins – 01:24 PM on Oct 09, 2025Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 10:08 AM on Oct 10, 2025Disclaimer: The Karwa Chauth 2025 moonrise, puja, and upavasa timings provided above are based on calculations from Drik Panchang and are intended for general guidance for US and Canada regions. Local variations may occur due to geographic location, atmospheric conditions, or daylight saving adjustments. Devotees are advised to confirm exact timings with their local temple, priest, or trusted panchang before performing rituals.
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