Karva Chauth in India
Thursday, October 29, 2026 ยท Asia/Kolkata
When is Karva Chauth in India in 2026?
Karva Chauth in India is on Thursday, October 29, 2026 (Asia/Kolkata). Thatโs 94 days ยท about 13 weeks ยท about 3 months. It falls on a Thursday.
Is Karva Chauth a public holiday in India?
Karva Chauth is widely observed in India, but it is not a nationwide public holiday. Some regions may still observe it locally.
How India celebrates
Karva Chauth is celebrated most fervently across Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Bazaars glow for days with mehndi artists, bangle sellers and karva stalls; women gather in the afternoon for the katha, and at moonrise rooftops and balconies fill with families watching the sky, sieve in hand.
What people eat
Sargi with feni, dry fruits and mathri before dawn; halwa-puri, chole and mithai for the post-moonrise family feast.