Karwa Chauth 2026 Today: Check Moonrise Timings in Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Amritsar and Other Cities

Karwa Chauth is being celebrated across India on Thursday, October 29, 2026, with devotion and enthusiasm. Women observing the traditional fast are preparing for the evening puja and awaiting moonrise to complete the rituals associated with the festival.
 

Knowing the auspicious puja timings and the expected moonrise time in their respective cities is important for devotees observing the fast. According to the published Hindu calendar, the auspicious time for Karwa Chauth puja is from 5:38 PM to 6:56 PM on Thursday.
 

The Chaturthi Tithi began at approximately 1:06 AM on October 29 and is expected to end at around 10:09 PM the same day.
 

Karwa Chauth 2026: City-Wise Moonrise Timings
 

Moonrise timings may vary from one city to another depending on geographical location and local conditions. The expected timings for Chandigarh, Punjab and other major Indian cities are listed below.
 

City
 

Expected Moonrise Time
 

Chandigarh
 

8:12 PM to 8:17 PM
 

Ludhiana
 

8:11 PM
 

Amritsar
 

8:11 PM
 

New Delhi
 

8:17 PM
 

Noida and Ghaziabad
 

8:16 PM
 

Gurugram
 

8:18 PM
 

Dehradun
 

8:02 PM
 

Haridwar
 

8:03 PM
 

Lucknow
 

8:06 PM
 

Prayagraj
 

8:39 PM
 

Kolkata
 

7:47 PM
 

Mumbai
 

9:00 PM
 

Pune
 

8:58 PM
 

Hyderabad
 

8:41 PM
 

Bengaluru
 

8:55 PM
 

Why Is Moonrise Time Important on Karwa Chauth?
 

Karwa Chauth is traditionally observed by married Hindu women who pray for the long life and well-being of their husbands. The fast is generally completed after the moon is sighted in the evening and the prescribed rituals are performed.
 

Devotees are advised to follow the expected moonrise timings for their own cities while planning the evening puja and offering arghya to the Moon. Since moonrise does not occur at the same time across the country, local timings are important.
 

Health Precautions for Those Observing the Fast
 

People observing a nirjala vrat, in which neither food nor water is consumed during the fasting period, should pay particular attention to their health.
 

Individuals with existing medical conditions or those who take regular medication should consult a doctor before undertaking the fast. Taking appropriate precautions can help reduce the risk of health complications.
 

As devotees celebrate Karwa Chauth, checking the local moonrise time and following suitable health precautions can help them observe the festival safely and according to their traditions.