Karwa Chauth Fast During Periods: In Hinduism, there are some fasts and festivals that are very special for married women, and Karwa Chauth is one of them. The Karwa Chauth fast is considered very sacred and auspicious for women. On this day, married women observe a Nirjala fast for the long life and happy life of their husbands.
This fast is observed every year on the Chaturthi Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. Women have many doubts regarding this fast, like what if the fast is broken by mistake, or if they get their periods during the fast, or whether it is possible to observe the Karwa Chauth fast during periods? If you are also confused about any of these questions, then let us know its correct rules.
In 2026, Karwa Chauth will be observed on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Below are the dates and auspicious times for performing the puja.
- Chaturthi Tithi Begins: October 29, 2026 at 01:06 AM
- Chaturthi Tithi Ends: October 29, 2026 at 10:09 PM
- Fasting time: 06:31 AM to 08:17 PM (approximately 13 hours 46 minutes)
- Auspicious time for worship: 05:38 PM to 06:56 PM
- Moonrise Time: 08:17 PM
Karwa Chauth fast during my periods?
Karwa Chauth fasting can be observed during menstruation. There are no restrictions on fasting, but certain rules regarding worship and rituals must be followed.
Rules for fasting and worshipping on Karwa Chauth during periods
Fasting: You can keep a normal Nirjala or fruit fast for the whole day.
Not performing puja: During periods, one should not touch the idol of God, puja materials, sieve or the book of Karva Chauth story.
Option for worship: You can sit at a distance and mentally meditate on Karva Mata and chant mantras.
Getting the puja done by others: You can get the puja method or story recited by any other woman in the house, a family member or your husband.
Offering water to the moon: You can gaze at the moon, but refrain from offering water to it. You can break your fast by looking at the moon from a distance.
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