The month of September is all set to witness the second and last lunar eclipse (Chandra Grahan) of the year 2025, and the best part is that it will be visible in India. According to experts, this will be a total lunar eclipse, and astronomers are calling it a “Blood Moon” because the moon will appear red during the eclipse.
When Will the Lunar Eclipse Happen? (Date & Time)
- Date: 7th September 2025 (Sunday)
- Eclipse Begins: 9:58 PM (IST)
- Midpoint of Eclipse: Around 11:27 PM
- Eclipse Ends: 1:26 AM (8th September)
- Total Duration: 3 hours 28 minutes
When Does Sutak Kaal Begin?
Since this lunar eclipse will be visible in India, Sutak Kaal will be observed. It starts 9 hours before the eclipse begins.
- Sutak Start Time: 12:57 PM on 7th September
- Sutak Ends: After the eclipse ends at 1:26 AM on 8th September
Where Will the Eclipse Be Visible?
Apart from India, this lunar eclipse can be seen from:
- Asia
- Australia & New Zealand
- Parts of America
- Fiji
- Antarctica
Astrological Details
This Chandra Grahan will occur in Kumbh Rashi (Aquarius) and Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra. It also coincides with Bhadrapada Purnima, marking the beginning of Pitru Paksha. Hence, rituals related to Pitru Paksha should be performed before Sutak Kaal begins.
Why is it called a Lunar Eclipse?
A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the Moon. As a result, the Moon appears dark or reddish in color, creating the phenomenon called a “Blood Moon.”
What NOT to Do During Chandra Grahan & Sutak Kaal
During the eclipse and Sutak period, certain activities are considered inauspicious:
- Do not eat or cook food.
- Avoid sleeping during the eclipse.
- Do not perform religious rituals or temple worship.
- Pregnant women should avoid going outside, cutting vegetables, or using sharp objects.
- Avoid starting any new work or important tasks during Sutak Kaal.
According to astrologers and traditional Hindu practices, during a Chandra Grahan (lunar eclipse) and the associated Sutak Kaal, several activities are considered inauspicious or forbidden
