- By Nidhi Giri
- Fri, 10 Oct 2025 03:40 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Delhi Moonrise Timing Today: Married women are observing the sacred fast of Karwa Chauth on Friday, October 10, for the long life and eternal happiness of their husbands. This traditional observance holds deep cultural and spiritual significance. On this day, women dress in beautiful attire and adorn themselves with jewellery, offering prayers to Goddess Gauri and Lord Bhalchandra Ganesha. The rituals are performed with devotion, seeking blessings for marital bliss and well-being.
Similar to Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi, the Karwa Chauth fast is observed without food or water throughout the day. The fast is broken only after sighting the moon at night. Once the moon rises, women offer arghya (ritual offering) to the moon before concluding their fast.
Karwa Chauth is also known as Karaka Chaturthi. According to the Hindu calendar, this fast is observed on Krishna Chaturthi in the month of Kartik. This year, the Chaturthi date is from 10:54 pm on October 9 to 7:38 pm on October 10. Therefore, the Karwa Chauth fast is being observed on October 10.
Moonrise Timings In India
The moonrise time on Karwa Chauth this year is expected to be 8:14 pm. However, the moon will be visible at different times in different cities across India.
Moonrise Timings In Delhi
Moonrise will rise today at 8:13 pm in Delhi, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Noida.
Why Is The Moon Worshiped?
Hindu mythology describes the moon not only as an astrological object, but also as a divine symbol of peace, purity and graciousness. Ancient literature associates the moon as a visual symbol for trust, love and examination of devotion. From the emotional story of Queen Veeravati to the role of Lord Chandra (Moon God), every tale shares the reason women view the moon before they break their fasts.