Lunar Eclipse 2026 Date and Time in India: Sutak kaal, do's and don'ts and significance of Chandra Grahan

One of the biggest events of the year; first Lunar Eclipse of 2026 is going to take place today on March 3. This will be the spectacular event for all the sky watchers and astronomers. Your wait is going to over in few hours and you will be able to witness this amazing rare celestial event. This will be the first lunar eclipse of the year, which is going to occur on the day of Holi and that makes it unique and unusual. It will be an amazing opportunity for astronomers and sky watchers to witness this remarkable event and capture it with their DSLRs. Let's know more about this event:

Lunar Eclipse 2026: Date and Time

Lunar Eclipse is going to start from 03:20 PM on March 3 and it will end at 06:47 PM in the evening. People from India would be able to witness this eclipse from 06:20 PM with the maximum visibility.

What is "Blood Moon"?

On this day, there will be a total lunar eclipse because the Moon will be in the Earth's shadow and the Earth will be between the Sun and the Moon. This phase, known as "Blood Moon," is when the Moon appears red because to sunlight bending through Earth's atmosphere.

Lunar Eclipse 2026 Date and Time in India: Sutak kaal, do's and don'ts and significance of Chandra Grahan

Do's and don'ts to follow for pregnant women:

1. Pregnant women should be careful during the Lunar Eclipse.

2. If they can then they should avoid eating, drinking, and sleeping.

3. Avoid using any sharpen object.

4. They should take bath after the eclipse.

5. They should chant mantras, stotrams and recite holy scriptures.

6 Avoid physical activity during the time of Chandra Grahan.

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How to watch Lunar Eclipse 2026:

A solar eclipse requires special filters, whereas a lunar eclipse can be seen without them. However, to improve the situation:

1. When the sky is clear and you can see the eastern horizon, then is the ideal time.

2. You can view the Moon's shifting phases and colors more vividly if you have binoculars or a small telescope.

3. Choose a spot that is open and far from city lights for the finest view.

4. Many scientific organizations and space services are anticipated to provide live streaming of the event for those who are unable to attend in person.

Mantras you can chant during the eclipse time:

• Om Namah Shivaye..!!
• Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaye..!!
• Om Jayanti Mangala Kali Bhadra Kali Kapalini Durga Kshama Shivadhatri Swaha Swadha Namostute..!!
• Sarva Mangal Mangalyaeyi Shive Sarvartha Sadhike Sharanyayei Triyambike Gauri Narayani Namostute..!!
• Om Trayambhakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam Urvarukmiv Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Mamritat..!!

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