The fast of Karva Chauth is considered very special for women. On this day, women observe Nirjala fast for the long life of their husbands. This year Karva Chauth will be celebrated on 10th October. Many women will be observing Karva Chauth fast for the first time. So let us tell you that if you are observing Karva Chauth fast for the first time, then what things should you keep in mind so that you do not face any problem during the fast.
Start the fast with Sargi
Karva Chauth starts with eating Sargi before sunrise. The mother-in-law gives sargi to her daughter-in-law, which consists of fruits, sweets, dry fruits, water and cosmetics. Women fasting for the first time often forget to eat sargi. This is considered a big mistake; The fast is considered incomplete without Sargi. Therefore, women fasting for the first time should take special care that they wake up early in the morning, take bath and eat sargi before starting the fast.
wear red or pink clothes
Wearing black or white clothes on Karva Chauth is considered inauspicious. Try to wear red, pink, yellow or maroon colored clothes on this day. These colors are considered symbols of good luck and love. It is considered very auspicious for newly married women to wear red clothes and apply sixteen makeup on this day.
observe a waterless fast
The fast of Karva Chauth is Nirjala fast, that is, one should not drink even water on this day. If you feel thirsty, stay busy with some work or wash your hands and face with cold water. Drinking water even by mistake breaks the fast, hence keep the fast with devotion and restraint throughout the day.
Break the fast only after seeing the moon
If you are observing Karva Chauth fast for the first time, then break the fast only after the moon rises in the evening. After offering Arghya to the moon, first look at the moon through a sieve and then look at your husband’s face. Break the fast by drinking water from your husband’s hand and then having food. Many times people break their fast quickly without waiting for the moon, but this is not considered right.
Take care of even small things
If you are observing Karva Chauth fast for the first time, then it is important to keep some small things in mind. Avoid using sharp objects like needles, scissors or knives on the day of Karva Chauth. Also, avoid speaking ill of anyone and apply henna on your hands on the day of fasting.