Every year, as Karwa Chauth approaches, women prepare their puja thalis, observe a day-long fast, and wait for the moon to appear. The rituals are familiar to many families, but there is another story associated with the festival that deserves attention. It is not about a broken fast or a trick involving the moon. Instead, it tells of a woman who refused to surrender when her husband's life was threatened.Her name was Karva. According to a traditional folk tale, she confronted Yama, the god who governs death, and demanded that he save her husband. What gave her the courage to challenge a divine power? The answer lies in a story about devotion, determination, and the strength of a promise.
