In Hinduism, fasts related to Suhaag have a great significance, and they are considered a symbol of the happiness of married life. The fast of Karva Chauth, which women keep for the long life, progress, and good health of their husbands, is considered the most important in this regard. This fast is kept without water and its Parana (breaking of the fast) is done after seeing the moon at night. Auspicious time of Karwa Chauth 2024 This year Karva Chauth fast will be observed on Sunday, 20 October 2024. According to the Panchang, this fast is observed on the Chaturthi Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. On this day, there is a combination of Vyatipat Yoga and Kartik Nakshatra, which makes this fast even more special and auspicious. Auspicious time for Puja: Starting from 5:46 pm till 7:02 pm. Moonrise time: Estimated time is 7:44 pm. Special things related to the fast Karwa Chauth fast holds a special significance for women. Married women observe it with full devotion and dedication. It is considered necessary to do 16 makeups on this day for the long life of the husband and the strength of the relationship. These makeups include bangles, bindi, toe rings, anklets, mangalsutra, sindoor, alta, mehndi etc. Worship Materials for Karva Chauth For the puja, earthen or copper pot, betel leaf, skewer, urn, whole rice grains, sandalwood, flowers, turmeric, ghee, raw milk, curd, honey, sugar powder, roli and mauli are used. After the puja, water is offered to the moon, and then the husband's face is seen by looking at the moon through a sieve. After this, the fast is broken by taking water from the husband's hand. Things related to the preparation of Karva Chauth Karva: Karva (earthen or copper vessel) should never be bought on Tuesday for Karva Chauth. It is not considered auspicious. Bangles: Buying bangles on Sunday is considered auspicious. Try to wear new bangles on the day of Karva Chauth. Shringar: On the day of Karva Chauth, it is considered mandatory for married women to do 16 Shringar. This increases the importance of the fast even more. Mangalsutra: Buying Mangalsutra and bangles on the day of Karvachauth has special significance. Buying and wearing it is considered very auspicious. Importance of Karwa Chauth Fast The fast of Karva Chauth strengthens the relationship between husband and wife. Keeping it increases love and trust between the two. It is believed in Hinduism that keeping this fast prolongs the life of the husband and his health remains better. This is the reason why it is considered the most special fast of Suhaag. Amit Shah Urges Haryana to Vote for a Corruption-Free Future Amid High-Stakes Election Amit Shah Hints at Passing Waqf Bill in Winter Session; Criticizes Congress in Haryana Rally Amit Shah Hints at Passage of Waqf Bill 2024 in Upcoming Winter Session