Karwa Chauth 2026
करवा चौथ
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Karwa Chauth (करवा चौथ) 2026 falls on Thursday, 29 October 2026. Planetary ruler: Moon (Chandra) and Maa Karwa. Auspicious muhurat: Moonrise: approximately 8:15 PM IST. Married women observe Nirjala fast (without water) for the long life of their husbands. Get authentic Vedic guidance, dos & don'ts, and personal predictions based on your birth chart.
Significance
Strongest fast for marital bliss. Moon sighting through sieve is essential ritual.
✓ Do's
- ●Observe Nirjala Vrat (without food/water)
- ●Listen to Karwa Chauth katha
- ●Sight moon through sieve, then look at husband
- ●Husband gives first sip of water
✗ Don'ts
- ●Do not break fast before moon sighting
- ●Avoid arguments with spouse
- ●Do not wear black or white
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When is Karwa Chauth 2026?
Karwa Chauth 2026 falls on Thursday, 29 October 2026.
What is the muhurat for Karwa Chauth 2026?
Moonrise: approximately 8:15 PM IST
Who is the planetary ruler of Karwa Chauth?
The planetary ruler of Karwa Chauth is Moon (Chandra) and Maa Karwa.
What is the significance of Karwa Chauth?
Strongest fast for marital bliss. Moon sighting through sieve is essential ritual.