Tonight, the skies over India will host a breathtaking celestial event — the final Chandra Grahan (lunar eclipse) of 2025.
As the Moon slips into Earth’s shadow, it will transform into a glowing red orb, popularly known as the Blood Moon.
Chandra Grahan 2025 Date and Time in India
The total lunar eclipse will occur on Sunday, September 7, 2025, and continue into the early hours of September 8. Here are the key timings:
- Penumbral Eclipse Begins: 8:58 PM IST
- Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:57 PM IST
- Total Eclipse Begins: 11:01 PM IST
- Maximum Eclipse: 11:42 PM IST
- Total Eclipse Ends: 12:22 AM IST (Sept 8)
- Partial Eclipse Ends: 1:26 AM IST
- Penumbral Eclipse Ends: 2:25 AM IST
The total eclipse will last 1 hour and 21 minutes, while the entire event spans over 5 hours and 24 minutes.
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Tonight’s lunar eclipse is a cosmic show not to miss! 🌑
The moon’s reddish glow is pure magic. #LunarEclipse #BloodMoon #चंद्रग्रहण #Redmoon pic.twitter.com/luYsoCINMr
— Voice Of Tribals 🏹 (@VoiceOfTribals_) September 7, 2025
Where Will Chandra Grahan 2025 Be Visible?
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— Prabhat Khabar (@prabhatkhabar) September 6, 2025
The eclipse will be visible across all major Indian cities, including:
- Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, and Hubballi
Globally, it will be seen in:
- Asia, Eastern Africa, Australia, and parts of Europe
- Cities like Singapore, Sydney, Dubai, London, and Tokyo will witness the full eclipse
However, North and South America will miss this one entirely.
The Moon was such a pretty sight to behold. I truly enjoyed seeing it😍 pic.twitter.com/TjTsPxjFBe
— Zintle Zimbini (@ZinhleMamfengu) September 7, 2025
How to Watch Chandra Grahan 2025 Live
Here’s your step-by-step guide to catching the eclipse:
1. Check the Local Timing
- Total Eclipse Begins: 11:01 PM IST
- Maximum Eclipse: 11:42 PM IST
- Ends: 12:22 AM IST (Sept 8) Make sure you’re ready by 10:45 PM to catch the full transformation.
What Is Sutak Kaal and Why Does It Matter?
According to Hindu tradition, Sutak Kaal is an inauspicious period that begins 9 hours before the eclipse:
- Starts: 12:57 PM IST on September 7
- Ends: 1:27 AM IST on September 8
During this time, devotees avoid cooking, eating, and temple visits. Many engage in mantra chanting, meditation, and Shradh rituals, especially since this eclipse coincides with Pitru Paksha, a sacred period for honoring ancestors
