Television actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee publicly responds to criticism around Karwa Chauth, arguing that the decision to observe or participate should be personal. She says people should not judge couples who celebrate the festival, even when the practice is framed through debates about feminism and patriarchy.
In her remarks, Devoleena indicates she has not traditionally kept the fast herself, while also saying she is open to observing it in the future. Across the coverage, she extends greetings to women celebrating and emphasizes that traditions can function as expressions of couplehood and love.
The main differences among outlets relate to emphasis rather than the core message. Some headlines foreground the feminism/patriarchy angle, while others focus more on women’s choice and respect for different ways of marking the festival. All accounts tie her stance to non-judgment and personal agency in whether to observe Karwa Chauth.
