Sun Oct 20 00:14:21 UTC 2024: **Karwa Chauth 2024 Overview:**

– **Date**: Karwa Chauth will be celebrated on **October 20, 2024**.
– **Significance**: Married women observe a **nirjala fast** for the long life and happiness of their husbands.
– **Timing**: In Dehradun, the auspicious time for the rituals will be from **5:56 PM to 7:02 PM**, with moon sighting scheduled at **7:24 PM**.
– **Festivities**: Women are actively engaged in **shopping** and **henna application** in preparation for the festival. Markets are bustling with activity as they buy items related to the festival’s customs.

**Market Activity**:
– **Crowded Stores**: There has been a noticeable surge in crowds in markets such as **Paltan Bazaar**, **Saharanpur Chowk**, and **Patelnagar**, where women are purchasing decorative items, utensils, sweets, and food for the occasion.
– **Henna Popularity**: There has been a significant rush for henna application, with prices increasing as the day progresses. Various beauty parlors have also been busy catering to women preparing for the festival, offering special packages in advance.
– **Sweets Demand**: Local sweet shops saw high demand for traditional sweets, particularly **rasgullas** and **kaju katli**.

**Dining Preferences**:
– Many women prefer dining out after breaking their fast, leading restaurants and hotels to prepare special menus and advance bookings for the evening.

Overall, the festive mood is palpable as preparations for Karwa Chauth are in full swing, reflecting the cultural significance and deep-rooted traditions associated with the festival.

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