Devotees wake up early, bathe, and prepare for the rituals with devotion.

Items like flowers, fruits, sweets, diya, sindoor, and water kalash are arranged for the puja.

The puja includes Ganesh sthapana, mantra chanting, offerings, and aarti.

Women observe strict fasting, either nirjala (without water) or phalahar (fruits only).

The vrat is completed with moon worship, offering arghya, and breaking the fast.

Choth vrat strengthens family unity and enhances mutual respect between spouses.

Women play the central role, showing devotion and sacrifice for family welfare.

Many families gather for group puja and katha listening in temples or homes.

Special vrat-friendly dishes are prepared after moon worship to break the fast.

Women sing traditional folk songs and narrate vrat katha during the rituals.

Choth 2025 falls on the Chaturthi Tithi, significant for planetary influences in Hindu astrology.

The vrat emphasizes moon worship, which is linked with calming the mind and family harmony.

Astrologers believe that observing Choth Vrat removes family conflicts and brings peace.

The vrat acts as a remedy for negative effects of planets like Rahu and Ketu.

It purifies the mind, enhances discipline, and brings spiritual growth to devotees.

Prepare puja space with cleanliness and devotion before beginning rituals.

Avoid negative thoughts, anger, or arguments; stay pure and devoted.

Listening to or reciting the vrat katha is a vital part of the puja.

Offer sweets, flowers, and fruits to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Parvati.

Break the fast only after sighting the moon and performing proper rituals.