Karwa Chauth is today, Thursday, October 29, 2026, and the one question in every home this evening is simple: aaj chand kab niklega? Here are the expected moonrise times city by city, so you know when to step outside with the sieve and thali.
Karwa Chauth moonrise time today: city-wise list
- Delhi: about 8:17 PM
- Noida: about 8:16 PM
- Gurugram: about 8:18 PM
- Chandigarh: about 8:12 to 8:14 PM
- Lucknow: about 8:06 PM
- Jaipur: about 8:28 PM
- Kolkata: about 7:42 to 7:47 PM
- Mumbai: about 9:00 PM
- Bengaluru: about 8:55 PM
These are panchang-based estimates. The moon can appear a few minutes later than listed if there are buildings, haze or clouds on the eastern horizon, so it is worth looking a little early and waiting patiently.
Puja muhurat today
In New Delhi, the Karwa Chauth puja muhurat is about 5:38 PM to 6:56 PM, and the fast runs from about 6:31 AM until moonrise. Timings shift slightly by city, so check a local panchang for yours.
What if the moon is hidden by clouds?
If the sky is cloudy, many families wait a little longer, check the moonrise time for their city and complete the ritual facing the direction of the moon. Some follow the guidance of their family priest. Customs differ, so follow what your family does.
Quick answers
Karwa Chauth 2026 aaj chand kab niklega Delhi mein? Lagbhag raat 8:17 baje.
What is the moonrise time in Mumbai today? About 9:00 PM.
What is the moonrise time in Lucknow on Karwa Chauth? About 8:06 PM.
When does the moon rise in Kolkata today? About 7:42 to 7:47 PM.
For the full guide to sargi, puja steps and fasting tips, read our Karwa Chauth 2026 guide.
Questions to think about
- Should more apps show live, location-based moonrise alerts for festivals like Karwa Chauth?
- Is it time families adapted the waterless fast for people with health conditions?
Sources: Drik Panchang timings as reported by India TV and NewsX; city estimates from panchang listings. Timings are approximate.
