The Karwa Chauth katha
Where it comes from
From the traditionFolk tradition, told a little differently in each home.
In brief
It is the story of Queen Veeravati, whose brothers showed her a false moon so she broke her fast too early.
The fast ends with an offering at moonrise
The full katha
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Vrat calendar29 October 2026 · Drik Panchang, DoPT O.M. 3 Jul 2025, holidays 2026
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