Why is the Karwa Chauth Thali considered so special during the festival?

The thali is considered the heart of Karwa Chauth puja rituals. It is used during the evening ceremony to perform aarti, offer prayers, and finally, to sight the moon. The diya in the thali represents divine light, while the channi symbolizes clarity and devotion during the moon-viewing ritual. Women hold the decorated thali while seeing the moon through the sieve and then their husbands, symbolizing love, blessings, and togetherness. The beauty and completeness of the thali enhance the spiritual atmosphere, making the festival even more meaningful and sacred.