What do married Hindu women do on Karva Chauth Katha?”
Thousands of married Hindu women across the country and world are celebrating Karva Chauth on Wednesday. On this day, the wives observe a day-long fast, praying for their husband’s long life and prosperity. The fast is broken after looking at the moon in the evening, with the husband often feeding the first morsel to the wife. Karva Chauth Vrat Katha, Mehndi and ornaments form an integral part of this traditional festival. And as the newer generation joins in, Karva Chauth SMS wishes are also becoming an important part of the festivities. For all the husbands at work, or wives fasting, sending an SMS wish on this day surely brings a smile on the spouses face. Says Pooja Kapoor, a bank manager: “I like sending and receiving Karva Chauth SMS.