Lunar Eclipse 2025: Skywatchers are in for a treat as a total lunar eclipse, also known as Blood Moon or Chandra Grahan, is set to light up the night sky on September 7 and 8.
This weekend, Indian skywatchers can witness a rare celestial event as a total lunar eclipse or the “Blood Moon” on September 7-8. During this rare celestial event, the Earth will pass directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the lunar surface and giving it a striking red-orange glow. (File photo)
The eclipse will be the longest visible one for India this year, lasting more than four and a half hours, with the Blood Moon phase creating a dramatic red glow across the night sky. Parts of Europe, Africa, eastern Australia, and New Zealand will also catch a glimpse of the event. (Image: X)
The eclipse will begin at 8:58 PM IST on Sunday, September 7. The totality phase, during which the Moon will appear a deep red, will begin at 11:00 PM and last until 12:22 AM on Monday, September 8, with the eclipse ending at 1:30 AM. (File photo)
A lunar eclipse happens when Earth positions itself between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the lunar surface. The Moon passes through Earth’s umbral shadow (the dark inner part), causing it to dim and turn red. (Image: Shutterstock)
The reddish-orange hue, commonly known as the Blood Moon effect, occurs because Earth’s atmosphere scatters shorter blue light while redirecting the longer red wavelengths onto the Moon. The result is a dramatic celestial show visible without any special equipment. (Image: AI-Generated)
Mumbai’s Nehru Planetarium Director Arvind Paranjpye said, “The eclipse will be fully visible across India, and in Mumbai, it will be one of the best opportunities to observe a total lunar eclipse in recent years.” (Image: AI-Generated)
In Mumbai, the Moon will appear high in the sky, allowing it to be seen from most locations as long as the weather stays clear. Ideal viewing spots include rooftops, terraces, open grounds, Marine Drive, Girgaon Chowpatty, and parks away from city lights. (Image: Pexels)
Best places to view the Chandra Grahan in India include
North India: Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Lucknow
West India: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune
South India: Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi
East India: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati
Central India: Bhopal, Nagpur, Raipur (Image: AI-Generated)
The best views can be enjoyed from rooftops, terraces, open fields, or parks away from city lights. To experience it fully, steer clear of areas with light pollution. (Image: AI-Generated)
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Author: News18
