This tradition is specially seen in some states like Punjab, Haryana etc. In other places, the husband is worshiped normally. Therefore, according to your local tradition, the festival of Karva Chauth should be celebrated. It is not necessary to follow other traditions by looking at someone. Even in religious texts, the husband has not been told about seeing it with a sieve. This tradition has been added to this festival over time.
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