Durga Puja Dates: 28 Sep 2019 to 8 Oct 2019 (10 Days)

Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsava, is an annual Hindu festival originating in the Indian subcontinent. Durga Puja is one of the most famous festivals celebrated in North Eastern Parts of India and West Bengal, in honor of Goddess Durga during the period of Navaratri. Durga Puja is traditionally held for 10 days.

Durga Puja Facts –

Durga Puja Dates 2019	28 September 2019 – 10 October 2019
Type of Durga Puja	Sharadiya Durga Puja (Celebrated in Sep-Oct) Basanti Durga Puja (Celebrated in Mar-Apr)
No. of Days Celebrated	10 Days
Goddess Worshipped	Mahadevi Durga
Important Day	Maha Ashtami (8th Day)
Related Festivals	Navratri, Dussehra, and Diwali
Celebrations in India	Garba Dance in Gujarat & Mumbai

Significance of Durga Puja –

• According to Hindu Mythology, Goddess Durga emerged from the collective energy of all Gods.
• The Goddess comes as an embodiment of Shakti or divine feminine power, to destroy demon Mahishasura who was blessed to not be defeated by any man or god.
• The name Durga in Sanskrit means ‘the impenetrable‘ she exists in a state of self-sufficiency and in ultimate power.
• This powerful form of Mother Goddess is highly revered in the eastern states of India which is why her return is celebrated with much grandeur and ceremonies.

What does Goddess Durga Signify in Durga Puja –

Goddess Durga represents the power of the Supreme Being that preserves moral order and righteousness in the creation.

• Chakra in her 1st upper right hand symbolizes dharma (duty/righteousness). We must perform our duty/responsibilities in life.
• Conch in her first upper left hand symbolizes happiness. We must perform our duty happily and cheerfully and not with resentment.
• Sword in her second right lower hand symbolizes the eradication of vices. We must learn to discriminate and eradicate our evil qualities.
• Bow and arrow in her second left lower hand symbolize character like Lord Rama.  When we face difficulties in our life we should not lose our character (values).
• Lotus Flower in her third lower left hand symbolizes detachment. We must live in the world without attachment to the external world.
• Club in her third right lower hand is the symbol of Hanuman and symbolizes devotion and surrender.
• Trident/Trishul in her fourth left lower hand symbolizes courage. We must have the courage to eliminate our evil qualities and face the challenges in our life.
• Fourth Lower Right Hand symbolizes forgiveness and Her blessings. We must forgive ourselves and others for mistakes and/or any hurt we may have caused.
• Durga Maa is depicted as riding on a lion or a tiger. A tiger symbolizes unlimited power. Durga riding a tiger indicates that She possesses unlimited power and uses it to protect virtue and destroy evil. 

When is Durga Puja Celebrated –

• It is celebrated for 10 days, however starting from the sixth day until the ninth day, the Pandals with grand idols of Goddess Durga are open for visitors.
• The tenth day, also known as Dashami marks the Visarjan (immersion in water) of the idol with grand celebrations and processions. 

Dates and Days of Durga Puja 2019 –

Occasions	Date	Day
Mahalaya, First Day	28 September 2019	Saturday
Panchmi, Fifth Day	3 October 2019	Thursday
Shashthi, Sixth Day	4 October 2019	Friday
Saptami, Seventh Day	5 October 2019	Saturday
Ashtami, Eight Day	6 October 2019	Sunday
Nabami, Ninth Day	7 October 2019	Monday
Dashmi, Tenth Day	8 October 2019	Tuesday

The Rituals of Durga Puja-

Durga Puja has its own unique rituals

1. Chokku Daan on Mahalaya: On the occasion of Mahalaya, the Goddess is invited on earth with rituals and so on this day, the eyes are drawn on the idols in an auspicious ritual called Chokku Daan. It is believed the Goddess descends to earth at the time of drawing the eyes on the idols. 
2. Kolparombho or Bodhon: It is held on the sixth day after Mahalaya aka Mahashashthi. It’s the day Maa Durga reaches the mortal world from Kailash, her heavenly abode, with her children in tow — Lord Ganesh, Lord Karthik, Devi Saraswati, and Devi Laxmi. 
3. Kola Bou or Nabapatrika: The Kola Bou snan is held on Mahashaptami or the seventh day after Mahalaya. The day starts with the ritual where a banana plantain with eight other plants is tied with yellow threads and the twigs of the Aparajita plant. It is then bathed and draped in the Laal par Shada saree (red and white saree).
4. Anjali: Anjali is common on the Pujo days. Ritualistically, Anjali is a divine offering. The most important of them all is the Pushpanjali which is held on Mahashtami, the eighth day after Mahalaya. Fresh flowers and bel leaves are handed by the priest to the followers. 
5. Kumari Pujo: Kumari Pujo is done on the auspicious day of Maha Ashtami. A young girl, who is yet to hit puberty, is worshipped. The young girl symbolizes the Kumari form of Maa.
6. Sandhi Pujo: Sandhi Pujo is a special one that takes place at the juncture of Mahashtami and Mahanavami (ninth day post-Mahalaya). It marks the exact moment when Maa Durga transformed into Devi Chamunda to kill Mahishasura’s two generals — Chand and Mund.
7. Dhunuchi Naach: The ‘Dhunuchi’ is a typical clay pot, something like an incense burner, filled with burning dried coconut husks and aromatic ingredients. Men hold these in the hand and perform impromptu steps to the rhythm of Dhaaks in front of Maa Durga.
8. Sindoor Khela: The Sindoor Khela is another much-awaited event on Mahadashami, the last day of the festival. Translated into ‘playing with vermillion powder’, it’s actually an integral part of Durga Puja.
9. Visarjan: Visarjan is held after the main Pujo ends when the Goddess is immersed into the water so she can return to her heavenly abode. The Visarjan is held on Mahadashami or the last day of the celebrations. ‘
10. Bijoya: Bijoya Dashami is held after the Visarjan. This is the time when Maa Durga is on her way back to Mt Kailash and mortals are supposed to rejoice, seek blessings from elders, share the love and affection among equals and bless the ones who are younger.

Durga Puja Decoration and Pandal

• The gorgeously decorated pandals each emphasize a theme; be it the legends of Goddess Durga or scenes from Hindu epic texts.
• Nowadays, some pandals are themed on a social cause to spread awareness.
• Day time is usually better to see the pandals closely when the crowd is less however; the brightly lit pandals in hundreds of colors are quite a sight of its own in the evenings. 

Durga Puja Bhog –

• Food is a major feature of the Durga Puja festival. Sure enough, in a festival this grand you are bound to find the most delicious and incredible variety of cuisines.
• From snacks and sweet dishes that can be found during Durga Puja special themed Bhog meals that have a little of everything.
• All the pandals offer Bhog that are offerings made to the Goddess Durga which is later distributed among the devotees and community kitchens are also set up.

Sharad Purnima Date for 2019 in India – Sunday, 13 October, 2019

Sharad Purnima marks the harvest festival that falls on the full moon day. This occurs in the Hindu lunar month of Ashwin. Moreover, this festival hints towards the end of the monsoon. This day is also known as Kojaagri Purnima.

However, as this day occurs in Sharad Ritu hence it is titled as Sharad Purnima. On this day, devotees observe fast and worship Goddess Lakshmi.

Sharad Purnima Overview

Sharad Purnima Date	13 October, 2019
Moonrise	05:56 pm
Purnima Starts	12:36 am, 13 October
Purnima Ends	02:38 am, 14 October

The Legend of Sharad Purnima

The Vrat Katha of Sharad Purnima dictates the story of two daughters of a moneylender who resided in a village. Both the siblings observed the fast on the eve of Sharad Purnima. However, the elder one did it with pure zeal and dedication but the younger one had a casual approach.

Where the elder one did the fast in a proper ritualistic way the younger one did it for namesake. Later, the two sisters grew up and got married to their respective partners. The younger sister faced miscarriages one after the other and had no child. Hence, to find a remedy she visited a saint and narrated her story. The saint immediately understood and pointed out her lack of devotion in performing the fast as the reason for her misfortune.

Saint then advised her to take up the fast with full sincerity and devotion to get the grace of the Moon God. Taking his advice, the younger sister did the fast accordingly but this time again her baby died as soon as he came out. However, the younger sister was well aware of the fact that her elder sister had been blessed by the Moon God. Hence, the younger sister hoped the elder sister had the power to make the baby alive again.

So, the younger sister covered the corpse in a sheet and laid it on the bed. Then, she invited her elder sister to come and sit on the bed where the baby’s corpse was lying. As soon as the elder sister was about to sit, the baby came to life and burst out crying. Surprised by this elder sister scolded the younger one for her carelessness.

It is then that the younger sister told her that the baby had died but it came to life with her sister’s touch. She also told her elder sister that it was all due to the grace of Moon God upon her. Further, she shared with her the power of the Sharad Purnima Vrat. Since that day, this Vrat became popular and is observed by all the Hindu women.

Significance of worshipping these deities on Sharad Purnima

Goddess Lakshmi

Goddess Lakshmi is the deity of wealth and prosperity. Hence, on this day the devotees fast for the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.

Beliefs say that the goddess was born on this day. Hence, observing fast on this day is highly beneficial for someone going through a financial crisis.

The Moon God

It’s said that on Sharad Purnima, the moon arrives with all it’s sixteen Kalas. Each Kala is a representative of an aspect of human personality. And someone with all of the sixteen is considered complete.

As per beliefs, the moon drips the nectar of life on this day in the form of its moonlight. Hence, worshipping moon is considerably rewarding on Sharad Purnima. In the Gujarat region, this day goes by the name, Sharad Poonam.

Lord Krishna

According to the beliefs, on this day Lord Krishna did the biggest Raas Leela which is the dance of godly love. It is the day when gopis did creep out of their homes in order to play raas Leela with Krishna.

Nevertheless, in order to dance with all the gopis, Krishna created several of himself on this night. Also, beliefs are that Krishna did stretch this night for billions of human years. Therefore, devotees also worship Lord Krishna on this day.

Lord Kartikeya

In Orissa, this day calls for a celebration as Kumar Purnima. It marks the birth anniversary of Kartikeya or Kumar who was Shiva’s son. Kumar was the most good looking of all gods. Hence, in order to get their own Kumar, bachelorettes observe fast on this day.

Sharad Purnima Fasting Ritual

• Females of the household observe a day-long fast on this day.
• During the fast, a pitcher full of water is placed on a wooden plank by the women.
• Hereafter, the female places a glass filled with wheat and places money on top of it.
• Then, they take 13 grains of wheat in their palms as they listen to the Vrat Katha.
• From here, the lady narrating the Katha receives both glass and the wheat grains.
• As the night arrives, the females break their fast forth worshipping the Moon-god.
• Moreover, there exists a tradition of distribution of kheer as prasad in temples and sacred places on this day.
• Previously, devotees kept a watermelon cut in two, seasonal fruit and kheer during the puja.

List of Samagri or Things required for the Sharad Purnima Vrat Pooja

Samagri/Things required

Pitcher

Wooden platform or plank or stool

Incense Sticks or Agarbatti

Matchstick Box

Flowers

Seasonal Fruits

Science Behind the Sharad Purnima Vrat

• Drinking cold milk during this fast has its roots in Science.
• Sharad Ritu or Autumn season brings in a combination of summery days and chilly nights.
• During this kind of weather, ‘pitta’ or acidity attains predominancy in our body.
• Hence, consumption of milk & rice flakes acts as a good remedy for regulating the excess body heat or pitta.

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Nag Panchami Date for 2019 in India – Monday, August 5, 2019

Nag Panchami is a Hindu festival celebrated on the 5th day after the Amavasya of Shravan Maas (July/August). On this day, snake god Naga is worshipped for the welfare of the family. People offer milk to the idols and images of snakes. Snakes are considered dear to Lord Shiva, hence people also worship at Shiva Temples this day.

Nag Panchami Date & Puja Timings 2019

Nag Panchami Date	Monday, August 5, 2019
Nag Panchami Puja Muhurat	5:48 AM to 8:28 AM
Puja Duration	2 Hours 40 Mins
Panchami Begins	6:48 PM (4 August 2019)
Panchami Ends	3:54 PM (5 August 2019)

Why it is called Nag Panchami?

• ‘Nag’ means snakes or serpent and ‘Panchami’ refers to the fifth day of the moon cycle.
• Nag Panchami is celebrated on the 5th day after the Amavasya of Shravan Maas.
• Also, snake god Naga is worshipped on this day.

What is the story of Nag Panchami?

As per the story of Mahabharata, Janamejaya, the son of King Parikshita of the Kuru dynasty, was performing a Sarpa Satra Yagna. This yagna was performed by Janamejaya to wipe out the race of all the snakes to avenge the death of his father Parikshita caused due to a snake bite.

A sacrificial fireplace started causing all snakes to fall into the Yagna Kunda (sacrificial fire pit). This scared the gods who then requested Manasa Devi to intervene. She then sent her son Astika to the site of the Yagna. Astika impressed Janamejaya with his knowledge of all the Sastras and convinced Janamejaya to stop the Sarpa Satra.

The day when the Yagna was stopped due to the intervention of Astika was on the Shukla Paksha Panchami of the month of Shravana. Since that day, the festival is observed as Naga Panchami since Takshaka, the king of snakes and his remaining race were saved from decimation on that day.

How to do Nag Panchami Puja?

• On the day of Nag Panchami, people worship Nagas, cobras, and snakes and offer them milk, sweets, flowers, and lamps.
• People make the images of Naag deities of silver, stone, wood, and paintings on the wall.
• These images are first given a bath with milk and water.
• Then they are worshipped by reciting the following mantras.

Nag Mantra	Meaning of the Mantra
नाग प्रीता भवन्ति शान्तिमाप्नोति बिअ विबोह् सशन्ति लोक मा साध्य मोदते सस्थित समः	Let all be blessed by the Lord of snake Let everyone obtain peace and live without any disorder.

• People also observe fasts on this day called as Nagravata (Nag Panchami fast).
• Brahmins are invited for food at home.
• People also paint pictures of snakes on their doorways and walls outside the home. Auspicious Mantras are also written over there.
• Devotees also make a design pattern resembling a five hooded snake and then worship this image on the floor.
• This day has the custom of making sweet vermicelli (Saivai) with rice. There is also another custom to eat stale food only on this day.
• In many places, real snakes are worshipped and fairs are held.

Who are the 12 Serpent Gods?

There are several serpent Gods. However, the following twelve are worshipped during Nag Panchami Puja in Hinduism –

Ananta	Kambala	Shankhapala
Vasuki	Karkotaka	Kaliya
Shesha	Ashvatara	Takshaka
Padma	Dhritarashtra	Pingala

Importance of Nag Panchami

• It is believed that snakes have more powers than humans since they live with various Gods such as Lord Shiva and Vishnu.
• According to Purana, offering prayers to the snake on this day is very auspicious. It will give good harmony in one’s life.
• Worshipping snakes on Naga Panchami will ward off poisonous snakes. It also protects people from the fear of snakebite.
• The abode of snakes is believed to be in Patala-Loka and the lowest of the seven Patala-Loka is called Naga-Loka which is the region of the Nagas.
• On this day, digging the earth for any purpose is considered very harmful. Digging will seriously disturb or harm snakes who reside in the earth.
• In folklore, snakes are also depicted as deities of ponds and rivers and are said to be the embodiment of water.

Other Celebration on Nag Panchami

• Bhratru Panchami – Naga Panchami is also observed as Bhratru Panchami when women worship snakes and their holes and offer prayers to appease Nagas. Sisters do this for the protection of their brothers so that when working in fields, their brothers do not suffer or die due to any snake bite.
• Vishari Puja – Naga Panchami is also celebrated as Vishari Puja in some parts of India. Visha means poison here.

Kaal Sarp Dosh Puja on Nag Panchami

Snakes have relations with the moon’s position as per Hindu astrology. The head of the snake represents Rahu and its tail represents Ketu. If under the star’s position of an individual, all the seven planets are enclosing Rahu and Ketu in the reverse order, it denotes Kaal Sarp Dosh which became the reason for bad luck in that individual’s life.

This Dosh or defect can be removed by offering worship to the snakes especially on the day of Nag Panchami.

Karva Chauth Date for 2019 in India – Thursday, 17 October 2019

Karva Chauth is a one-day festival celebrated by married women by keeping fast. They observe fast from sunrise till the moonrise and wish long-life for their husbands. Karva Chauth is one of the famous Hindu festivals of India and is celebrated four days after Purnima (Full Moon) in the month of Kartika.

Karva Chauth Date & Puja Timings 2019

2019 Date	Thursday, 17 October 2019
Occurrence	4th day after Purnima in the month of Kartik
Celebrations	Entire Day Fasting by Married Women
Type of Holiday	Religious Celebration
Sunrise Timings	06:28 AM (Sargi Timings)
Moonrise Timings	08:31 PM (Breaking the Fast)

What is Karva Chauth?

Karva Chauth is a fasting day observed by married women for the long life of their husband. Married women worship Lord Shiva and break the fast only after sighting and making the offerings to the moon.

• The word ‘Karva’ means ‘pot’ and ‘Chauth’ means ‘fourth’.
• Chauth – Karva Chauth is celebrated on the fourth day of Krishna Paksha in the Kartik month.
• Karva – The Karva Chauth fast is broken by drinking water from a pot with the hands of their husbands.

Why do we celebrate Karva Chauth?

• Married women celebrate Karva Chauth for the long and healthy life of their husbands.
• In ancient time, Karva Chauth was also celebrated as a prayer for the long life of Indian soldiers in the war.

When should we perform Karva Chauth Pooja?

Karva Chauth Pooja is performed four days (Chaturthi) after Purnima (Full Moon) in the month of Kartika. The dates for Karva Chauth is determined based on the position of the moon.

Month	Kartika
Day	4th day after Purnima
Sargi Eating	Before Sunrise
Fast Starting Time	06:28 AM (With Sunrise)
Karva Chauth Group Pooja	5 PM
Karva Chauth Katha Timings	5:30 PM
Breaking the Fast	08:31 PM (Moon Worship)

Who should perform Karva Chauth?

• Karva Chauth fasting and pooja is basically performed by the married women for the safety of their husbands.
• Girls who are about to get married can also observe the fast for their fiance.
• Unmarried girls can also observe the fast in the desire of a good husband.
• Pregnant ladies can also observe Karva Chauth fast provided they are taking care of a few things like medicines.
• Nowadays, husbands have also started keeping fast for their wives.
• However, the Karva Chauth fasting procedure is the same in all cases.

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What are the benefits of fasting on Karva Chauth?

1. The benefit of Karva Chauth fast to a married woman is that it provides long and healthy life to their husbands.
2. Unmarried women benefits of getting a desired husband in future by this Karva Chauth fast.
3. Apart from that fasting also has several health benefits.
4. New neurons are formed in the brain during the observance of fast. This improves the functioning of brain and mental clarity.
5. Fasting improves the immune system of a person by recycling old blood cells and creating new ones.
6. It helps the body to flush harmful toxins and reducing excessive fat stored in the body.
7. Fasting is also a quick way to reduce extra pounds quickly. Fasting aids in weight loss.

What materials are required for Karva Chauth Pooja?

The materials required for Karva Chauth Pooja can be bought one day before the day of Karva Chauth. The list of all those materials are given below:

1. Sargi (Includes Food items & Gift items)- Prepared one day before Karva Chauth (Sargi Items Read Below)
2. Mehandi or Henna – Applied one day before Karva Chauth
3. Goddess Parvati Idol or Photo
4. A small pot filled with water known as ‘Karva’
5. Pooja Thali containing Kumkum, Akshat, Kalaava and a Diya filled with oil.
6. Flowers and garlands for the idol
7. Fruits and Sweets for offering
8. Karva Chauth Katha/ Story Book
9. A sieve to see the moon

What is a Sargi?

• Sargi or Sargahi is an early morning ritual on the day of Karva Chauth. In this ritual, mother-in-law of the women observing fast prepare a plate (thali) of various food items.
• This plate of Sargi is the traditional breakfast which is eaten by the married women before sunrise and after that, they start their fasting for the whole day.
• Along with the ‘Sargi’, the mother-in-law of the married women also gives various gifts to their brides as a symbol of love and care.

What is included in a Sargi & how to prepare a Sargi on Karva Chauth?

If you’re observing the Karva Chauth fast or sending a Sargi to your daughter-in-law this year, make sure these things are included in your Sargi thali to make it complete.

• Food Items:
  • Cooked Food such as Mathris, light roti, a simple sabzi, curd, halwa, etc.
  • Fresh fruits with high water content to stay hydrated
  • Dry fruits like cashews and almonds
  • Sweet items either homemade or from the market.
• Gift Items:
  • Saree (more probably red in colour)
  • Various items of Shringar like jewellery, makeup, Mehandi, bindi etc.

How to perform Karva Chauth Pooja?

The festival of Karva Chauth is celebrated with full grandeur and strictly followed rituals. The Karva Chauth Pooja can be split into three parts namely ‘Sargi’, ‘Karva Chauth Pooja’ and the ‘Moon Worship’. Each ritual has its own importance and should be followed strictly with full devotion.

1) Early Morning Pooja & Sargi :

1. The traditional Sargi is prepared a day before Karva Chauth.
2. Women can also apply Mehendi on their hands and legs a day before Karva Chauth.
3. On the day of Karva Chauth, wake up around 4 AM (i.e. before the sunrise), take a bath and wear any traditional dress.
4. Women should then eat the Sargi strictly before sunrise timings. (Sunrise Timings Given on Top)

2) Evening Pooja or the Karva Chauth Pooja :

1. The fasting for Karva Chauth starts after eating the Sargi.
2. The Afternoon Pooja starts at around 5 PM and can be done by women in groups.
3. First, clean the area where the idol of Goddes Parvati is to be placed and make a Swastik with wet turmeric in that area.
4. Decorate the place with flowers and garlands.
5. Apply Kumkum & Akshat to the idol of Goddess Parvati and make offerings of fruits and sweets.
6. Light up the Diyas filled with oil and incense sticks in front of the Goddess.
7. Then, Karva Chauth Katha/story is read by the eldest woman and listened by all other. Some rice grains are held in hands during the Katha and later offered to God. (Read Karva Chauth Vrat Katha Below)
8. Now, place the Karva or clay pot on the Swastik made earlier. Fill it with milk or water, tie a sacred red thread called mouli or kalava around the neck of Karva and apply rouli to it.
9. Then, put some wheat and sugar on it or you can also keep 7 Maal-pua or puri on it. The Karva is later donated after the puja to one of the older women in the group.
10. After that, all women sit in a circle and pass the Karva to each other by reciting: 
    1. Karva le Karva le, Sada Suhaagan Karva le.
    2. Karva le Karva le, Saat Bhai ki Behen Karva le.
    3. Karva le Karva le, Saat Putron ki Maa Karva le.
11. After this, you should fold your hands in front of the idol.
12. The pooja is then concluded by touching the feet of all the elders in the family and the group.

3) Night Pooja & Moon Worship :

1. Women should wear traditional clothes favorably red-coloured and get properly ready for the pooja.
2. Prepare a pooja thali consisting of rouli, rice grains, a small diya of oil, water in a pot, sweet items and most importantly, a sieve.
3. Once the moon rises, you need to light up the diya and go to a place from where the moon
   is clearly visible. (Moonrise Timings Given on Top)
4. Worship the Moon God with the pooja thali and a Diya in it. Sprinkle roli, rice and then pour some water in the direction of the moon.
5. After this, put a Diya in the sieve and look at the moon through it and then look at your husband through the sieve.
6. Your husband then breaks your fast by first giving you some water from the pot and then feeding you some food items from the pooja thali with his own hands.
7. And with this, the Karva Chauth Pooja gets completed. After that, you can have a full meal with
   your family.

Read Karva Chauth Vrat Katha – Story of Queen Veervati

There was a beautiful girl called Veervati. She was the only sister of seven brothers. When she got married, she kept her first Karva Chauth fast at her parents’ home.

As she was too young for the fast, she got fainted because of thirst and hunger. The brothers could not see their beloved sister in pain and hence, they came up with a plan to save her from further distress. They faked the reflection of the moon on a Peepal tree with a white sheet and fooled their sister. After seeing the fake moon, Veervati broke her fast on her brothers’ advice. Just as she completed her dinner, she received the news of her husband’s death. She left her parents home immediately and rushed to see her husband.

On her way, she met Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The Goddess told her the entire trick played by her brothers and, though unknowingly, how she committed a mistake by breaking her fast seeing a false moon. As a result of which, her husband died. Veervati realized her mistake and asked for forgiveness. Goddess Parvati forgave her and asked her to perform the Karva Chauth Vrat again properly so that she can revive her husband. Veervati then performed the Vrat again with full devotion and by following all the rituals. As a result, her husband got alive once again and they lived happily ever after.

Another Story of a woman named Karva

Many years ago, there was a woman named Karva who immensely loved her husband. One day, while taking bath in a river, a crocodile attacked her husband and killed him.

Karva hence tied the crocodile with a cotton yarn and asked Lord Yamraj to punish the crocodile and revive her husband but Yamraj refused. Karva then got extremely annoyed and even threatened Yamraj with a curse. As a result, Yamraj immediately punished the crocodile and revived her husband. From that day, Karva Chauth is celebrated in the memory of Karva’s great love towards her husband.

What is the history or legend behind Karva Chauth?

• Each festival of India has a history or myth of its own which increases its importance and beliefs among the people.
• According to history, Karva Chauth was also celebrated as a prayer for the long life of soldiers going in the war.
• The reference of Karva Chauth Vrat is also found in Mahabharat Puran too, where Lord Krishna suggested Draupadi to perform this Vrat to help her husbands overcome all their problems.

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