During the fast of Karva Chauth, the relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law becomes even more special. After the fast, the daughter-in-law gives ‘bayana’ to her mother-in-law as a symbol of respect and blessings. Know the auspicious gift to give to your mother-in-law in 2025 and what to include in the Karva Chauth thali.
Karwa Chauth 2025: The fast of Karva Chauth is observed every year on the Chaturthi date of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. On this day, married women observe a day-long fast praying for the long life and happy married life of their husbands. Both mother-in-law and daughter-in-law have a special role in this fast. The mother-in-law offers sargi (a sacred dish), while the daughter-in-law offers gifts to her mother-in-law in a thali during the evening puja. Let us know what gift you can give to your mother-in-law on Karva Chauth, as well as what should be in the Karva Chauth thali.
Karva Chauth 2025 date and auspicious time
This year Chaturthi Tithi is falling on both 9th and 10th October. However, as per Udaya Tithi and fasting tradition, it will be auspicious to observe Karva Chauth fast on Friday, October 10, 2025.
What should a daughter-in-law give to her mother-in-law on Karva Chauth?
A special ritual on Karva Chauth strengthens the relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. After the fast, the daughter-in-law gives “bayana” to her mother-in-law. This bayana is a symbol of respect, affection and wish for the blessings of the mother-in-law. Before breaking the fast (Paran) or after the puja, the daughter-in-law touches her mother-in-law’s feet and gives this bayana and the mother-in-law always blesses her for the honeymoon.
Wedding items are considered the most auspicious. By giving these one gets the blessings of infinite happiness. Be sure to include the following items in the plate-
- Saree or suit: A new saree or suit for the mother-in-law (red, yellow, green or pink is considered auspicious).
- Bangles: Glass or lac bangles (auspicious colour).
- Sindoor and Bindi: The most important symbols of Suhaag. Mascara and comb, nail polish and lipstick.
- Mehndi/Alta: To decorate hands and feet.
- sweets and dry fruits
- Sweets: Some traditional sweets or your mother-in-law’s favorite sweets.
- Dry fruits: Dry fruits like cashews, almonds, raisins or pistachios.
- jewelery or other gifts
- Silver anklets or toe rings: These are also considered symbols of marital life.
- Cash: Some cash is also given as an auspicious sign.
- Puja material: Like an earthen or brass pot, a lamp or a new scarf.
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