Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Sujata Singh
Karwa Chauth is a Hindu fasting ritual observed by married women in North India.
They fast from sunrise to moonrise for the well-being and longevity of their husbands. This year Karwa Chauth will be celebrated on November 1.
The festival symbolizes love, devotion, and the strong bond between a husband and wife.
It is believed that observing this fast ensures the husband's longevity and prosperity.
Mehendi, also known as henna, is a traditional form of body art in which intricate and beautiful designs are applied to the hands and feet using a paste made from the henna plant's leaves.
Mehendi is not limited to Karwa Chauth; it is an integral part of various Indian celebrations, including weddings, festivals, and other special events.
In the context of Karwa Chauth, the application of mehendi is seen as a symbol of love and beauty, and it is believed that the deeper the colour of the mehndi, the stronger the love between the couple.
Before Karwa Chauth and weddings, women often have a mehendi ceremony where they gather with friends and family to get their hands and feet adorned with intricate henna designs.
Brides typically have elaborate mehendi designs on their hands and feet, which often include motifs and symbols that are meaningful to their culture and traditions.
Mehendi is temporary, as it fades away with time, usually lasting a few weeks. This transience symbolizes the impermanence of life and the fleeting nature of beauty.