Lunar Eclipse 2025 Timing in India– Penumbral begins – 8:58 PM IST– Partial begins – 9:57 PM IST– Total Eclipse (Blood Moon) – 11:00 PM IST– Maximum Eclipse – 11:41 PM IST– Totality ends – 12:22 AM IST– Partial ends – 1:26 AM IST– Penumbral ends – 2:25 AM IST
Where Can You See It?– Visible across all of India: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad & more.– Also visible in Asia, Africa, Europe & Australia.– Best viewed in open skies, free from pollution and tall buildings.
🔴 Why Called a Blood Moon?During totality, sunlight bends through Earth’s atmosphere, scattering blue light and allowing only red/orange hues to reach the Moon—creating the Blood Moon effect.
Chandra Grahan & Sutak Timings– Sutak period begins: 12:57 PM IST (7 Sep)– Sutak ends: 1:26 AM IST (8 Sep)⚠️ In Hindu tradition, Sutak is observed with fasting and avoiding auspicious activities until the eclipse ends.
How to Watch Safely✅ Safe for naked eye viewing✅ Use binoculars or a telescope for a closer look✅ Capture the red Moon with your camera or smartphone tripod❌ Unlike solar eclipses, no glasses are required