According to religious beliefs, on the day of Karva Chauth, along with worship, special care should be taken about conduct and behavior. Let us know what should be done on the day of Karva Chauth and what mistakes should be avoided.

What to do on the day of Karva Chauth?

• On the day of Karva Chauth, wake up before sunrise and take Sargi as per tradition. After this take a pledge to fast.


• Take bath in the morning, wear clean clothes and worship with devotion.


• On this day, married women can do sixteen adornments according to their tradition and devotion. It is considered a symbol of marriage and good fortune.


• In the evening, worship as per rituals and listen to the story of Karva Chauth. After this, follow the tradition of seeing the moon and offering Arghya.


• After offering Arghya to the Moon, break the fast as per your family tradition. In many places, women break the fast by taking water from the hands of their husbands.


• According to your faith and capacity, you can donate food, clothes or wedding items to the needy.

What not to do on the day of Karva Chauth?

• According to tradition, on the day of fasting, one should wake up early in the morning and prepare for bath and puja.


• Do not speak harsh words to anyone on this day and avoid lying or arguing.


• Keep in mind the prevalent family and regional traditions regarding the wedding material you use.


• In many traditions, wearing red, yellow and pink colored clothes on Karva Chauth is considered auspicious. Some women avoid wearing black or brown colored clothes on this day.


• On this auspicious occasion, try to maintain mutual love, respect and pleasant behaviour.


• After breaking the fast, eat food according to your health and religious beliefs. Traditionally satvik food is given preference.