🪔 About Karva Chauth

Today, married women observe a day-long fast for their husbands' safety and health. It is an auspicious time to invoke Lord Ganesh, the Remover of Obstacles, and Ma Parvati, the eternal consort of Lord Shiv.

The day is auspicious for worshipping Ma Durga as Ma Parvati and inviting her protective energy into your and your loved ones' lives.

🙏 How to Do Pooja

Recommended Ritual: Nitya Puja of Ma Durga with 16 Offerings (12 min.)

  1. Wake up early and take a bath.
  2. Clean your home and puja space thoroughly.
  3. Perform the recommended ritual with devotion.
  4. Offer flowers, fruits, and incense.
  5. Chant mantras or prayers specific to this occasion.
  6. Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad.

✅ Do's & Don'ts

✅ Do's

  • Clean your puja space and important areas of your home.
  • Decorate with flowers, lamps, and simple rangoli if possible.
  • Perform nitya puja, yajna, or abhishek of the deity associated with this festival.
  • Share prasad with family, friends, and those in need.
  • Maintain respectful and gentle behavior toward people and animals.

⚠️ Don'ts

  • Avoid eating heavy, oily food and excessive sweets.
  • Avoid alcohol, rash driving, and loud celebrations.
  • Minimize waste; don't harm animals and the environment.