Karwa Chauth Set for Thursday, Oct. 29

Panchang authorities published a 5:38–6:56 PM puja muhurat with regional moonrise estimates to help devotees plan rituals.

Overview

Panchang calculations from multiple sources confirm Karwa Chauth will be observed on Thursday, Oct. 29, with the Chaturthi tithi running across the day.
Astrological authorities have designated the primary evening puja muhurat as 5:38 PM to 6:56 PM to guide when families should perform the vrat katha and light diyas.
Published moonrise estimates put the moon at about 7:46 PM in Kolkata, 8:16–8:17 PM in New Delhi, and around 9:00 PM in Mumbai, with local skyline and weather affecting visibility.
Devotees are reminded to finish sargi before sunrise (about 6:31 AM in New Delhi) and to break the nirjala fast only after sighting the moon, offering arghya—often through a decorative sieve—then drinking water and eating sweets.
The festival remains widely observed across North India and boosts local markets for earthen lamps and puja items, supporting artisans who prepare for the seasonal demand.