Karwa Chauth 2024: How to prepare puja chowki? Step-by-step guide
Karwa Chauth 2024: Karwa Chauth is a very important festival for married women in Hinduism. Every year, it is celebrated by women who fast for the long life and good health of their husbands. In 2024, Karwa Chauth will be observed on 20th October. On this day, women observe a strict fast called 'nirjala', where they do not eat or drink anything from sunrise until the moon appears at night. The day is filled with special rituals, and a big part of the celebration is preparing the Karwa Chauth puja chowki for the evening prayers.
In this article, we¡¯ll explain how to set up the Karwa Chauth puja chowki and what essential items you will need to perform the puja.
Importance of Karwa Chauth 2024
On Karwa Chauth 2024, just like every year, women begin the day by eating ¡®Sargi¡¯, a meal given by their mother-in-law before sunrise. After that, they begin their fast, praying for their husband's long life and happiness. In the evening, they gather with other women for the Karwa Chauth puja, which takes place around the beautifully arranged puja chowki. The fast is broken later in the night after offering water to the moon (Chandra Dev).
How to Set Up the Karwa Chauth Puja Chowki?
Preparing the Karwa Chauth puja chowki is an important part of the festival and should be done carefully. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you prepare the Karwa Chauth puja chowki:
Pick the Right Spot
First, place the Karwa Chauth puja chowki in the northeast corner of your home. This is seen as a lucky direction. Clean the area thoroughly and sprinkle some holy Ganga water to purify the space.
Cover the Puja Chowki
Once the surface is clean, cover the puja chowki with a fresh cloth in red or yellow. These colours are considered lucky and are commonly used in Hindu rituals.
Place the Idols
Now, set the idols of karwa Mata, Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Lord Ganesha, and Kartikeya on the puja chowki. These deities represent the divine family, and they are worshipped to bless the couple with a happy marriage.
Using the karwa (Clay Pot)
The clay pot or 'karwa' plays an important role in the Karwa Chauth puja. Decorate the karwa with turmeric (haldi) and vermilion (kumkum), and tie a sacred red thread (kalava) around it. Fill the pot with grains, dry fruits, and a coin, symbolising abundance and prosperity. Then, cover it with an earthen lamp (diya).
Essential Items for the Puja
On the Karwa Chauth puja chowki, you will also need the following items:
- Fresh fruits and flowers
-Sweets, including batasha (sugar candies)
-A small clay idol of Gauri Mata
-Vermilion (sindoor)
-Incense sticks (dhoop)
-A diya (lamp)
-A sieve (chalni) for moon viewing
-Grains such as wheat and rice for the karwa
-Beauty and makeup items (shringar) for the rituals
Important Rituals for Karwa Chauth Puja Chowki
Once your Karwa Chauth puja chowki is ready, the evening puja can begin. Women gather to worship the deities and listen to or recite the story of Karwa Chauth. After the prayers, it is believed that the Karwa Chauth puja chowki should not be removed on certain days, such as Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, as these days are seen as unlucky for clearing away the setup.
Karwa Chauth 2024 is a day filled with love and devotion, where women pray for their husband's long life and happiness. Setting up the Karwa Chauth puja chowki is a special part of the tradition and must be done properly to ensure all rituals are performed correctly. By following these steps, you can prepare your Karwa Chauth puja chowki and enjoy the blessings of a joyful and long-lasting marriage.
By dedicating themselves to observing Karwa Chauth and carefully preparing the puja chowki, married women show their love and pray for a long, happy life with their husbands.
Karva Chauth 2024 Citywise Fast, Moonrise Timing and Puja Muhurat:
Different cities have different times for seeing the moon. Here¡¯s a list of several cities, like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Bengaluru, along with their moonrise timings, fasting times, and Puja Muhurat for Karwa Chauth 2024.
| City | Upavasa Time | Puja Muhurat | Moonrise Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 06:25 AM to 07:54 PM | 05:46 PM to 07:02 PM | 07:54 PM |
| Lucknow | 06:09 AM to 07:44 PM | 05:33 PM to 06:49 PM | 07:44 PM |
| Noida | 06:24 AM to 07:53 PM | 05:46 PM to 07:01 PM | 07:53 PM |
| Gurugram | 06:26 AM to 07:55 PM | 05:47 PM to 07:03 PM | 07:55 PM |
| Mumbai | 06:34 AM to 08:37 PM | 06:12 PM to 07:26 PM | 08:37 PM |
| Chennai | 06:00 AM to 08:20 PM | 05:47 PM to 07:00 PM | 08:20 PM |
| Agra | 06:21 AM to 07:55 PM | 05:44 PM to 07:00 PM | 07:55 PM |
| Kolkata | 05:35 AM to 07:24 PM | 05:07 PM to 06:22 PM | 07:24 PM |
| Bhopal | 06:20 AM to 08:08 PM | 05:50 PM to 07:05 PM | 08:08 PM |
| Aligarh | 06:21 AM to 07:53 PM | 05:43 PM to 06:59 PM | 07:53 PM |
| Shimla (H.P) | 06:28 AM to 07:47 PM | 05:44 PM to 07:00 PM | 07:47 PM |
| Panaji | 06:28 AM to 08:41 PM | 06:11 PM to 07:25 PM | 08:41 PM |
| Jaipur | 06:29 AM to 08:05 PM | 05:53 PM to 07:09 PM | 08:05 PM |
| Patna | 05:51 AM to 07:29 PM | 05:17 PM to 06:33 PM | 07:29 PM |
| Ranchi | 05:48 AM to 07:35 PM | 05:19 PM to 06:34 PM | 07:35 PM |
| Chandigarh | 06:29 AM to 07:50 PM | 05:46 PM to 07:02 PM | 07:50 PM |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 06:38 AM to 07:51 PM | 05:52 PM to 07:08 PM | 07:51 PM |
| Amritsar | 06:37 AM to 07:55 PM | 05:53 PM to 07:09 PM | 07:55 PM |
| Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | 06:01 AM to 07:55 PM | 05:35 PM to 06:50 PM | 07:55 PM |
| Pune | 06:30 AM to 08:34 PM | 06:08 PM to 07:23 PM | 08:34 PM |
| Madurai | 06:06 AM to 08:36 PM | 05:58 PM to 07:11 PM | 08:36 PM |
| Dispur | 05:24 AM to 07:00 PM | 04:50 PM to 06:06 PM | 07:00 PM |
| Srinagar | 06:40 AM to 07:47 PM | 05:50 PM to 07:07 PM | 07:47 PM |
| Dehradun | 06:23 AM to 07:46 PM | 05:41 PM to 06:58 PM? | 07:46 PM |
| Gangtok | 05:38 AM to 07:10 PM | 05:02 PM to 06:18 PM | 07:10 PM |
| Bengaluru | 06:11 AM to 08:31 PM | 05:58 PM to 07:11 PM | 08:31 PM |
| Kohima | 05:15 AM to 06:52 PM | 04:41 PM to 05:57 PM | 06:52 PM |
| Faridabad | 06:24 AM to 07:54 PM | 05:46 PM to 07:02 PM | 07:54 PM |
| Mathura | 06:22 AM to 07:55 PM | 05:45 PM to 07:01 PM | 07:55 PM |
| Kanpur | 06:11 AM to 07:47 PM | 05:36 PM to 06:51 PM | 07:47 PM |
Happy Karwa Chauth 2024 to all!!
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is based on traditional beliefs and practices. Rituals and customs may vary according to different regions and family traditions. Readers are advised to follow their own customs or consult a priest for specific guidance.??
Note: Dates and timings may change; the details provided are based on current information.
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