Karwa Chauth is a one-day festival celebrated by Hindu married women in India and Nepal. It falls on the fourth day after the full moon in the month of Kartik, which typically occurs in October or November. On this day, married women observe a fast from sunrise to moonrise, praying for the well-being and longevity of their husbands.
The festival is believed to have originated in the state of Rajasthan, where it is still widely celebrated today. There are many legends associated with the origin of Karwa Chauth, but the most popular one involves a woman named Karwa who prayed to Lord Shiva for the safe return of her husband from war. Lord Shiva granted her wish, and Karwa Chauth has been celebrated ever since.
