Karwa Chauth is a Hindu festival celebrated by married women in India, during which they fast for the safety and long life of their husbands. This year, it will be observed on Wednesday, November 01, 2023. The festival falls on the fourth day after the full moon in the Hindu month of Kartik, which usually falls in October or November. Women fast from sunrise to moonrise, without even drinking water, and break their fast only after offering prayers to the moon. The festival is celebrated with great fervor, with women adorning themselves in beautiful clothes and jewelry, and participating in various customs and rituals. It is believed to strengthen the bond between husband and wife and is a symbol of love and devotion.