Solar Eclipse 2025: Will India witness the March 29 Surya Grahan? Know here

The partial solar eclipse of 2025 will occur on March 29, offering a rare opportunity to witness the Moon's movement between the Earth and the Sun.

During this event, the Moon will partially block the sunlight, casting a shadow on specific regions of the Earth.

Will Solar Eclipse be visible in India?

However, India will miss the chance to observe this astronomical phenomenon. This eclipse presents a unique moment to witness the temporary obscuring of the Sun's light, a remarkable celestial alignment.

What is a partial solar eclipse?

A partial solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, but only partially covers the Sun's disk. In this type of eclipse, the Sun, Moon, and Earth are not perfectly aligned, so the Moon casts a shadow on only a portion of the Earth's surface, resulting in the Sun appearing to be partially obscured from certain locations on Earth.

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During a partial solar eclipse, observers in the path of the partial shadow (called the penumbra) will see the Sun appear as if a “bite” has been taken out of it.

Solar eclipse 2025: Date and Time

The first solar eclipse of 2025 will occur on Saturday, March 29. The eclipse will begin at 4:50 AM EDT (2:20 PM IST), reach its maximum at 6:47 AM EDT, and end around 8:43 AM EDT. In India, the eclipse will start at 2:20 PM IST and peak at 4:17 PM IST. However, due to the time difference and the alignment of the event, the eclipse will not be visible in India.

Solar eclipse 2025: Safety precautions

Here are safety precautions to follow during a solar eclipse:

-Never Look Directly at the Sun: Never view the Sun without proper eye protection, even during a partial eclipse. Looking at the Sun directly can cause permanent damage to your eyes, including blindness.

-Use Certified Solar Eclipse Glasses: Only use glasses that are specifically designed for solar viewing and are certified to meet the international safety standard (ISO 12312-2). Regular sunglasses are not safe.

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-Pinhole Projector: If you don’t have eclipse glasses, use a pinhole projector or any indirect viewing method to safely observe the eclipse. This allows you to view the Sun without looking directly at it.

-Avoid Using Optical Instruments: Do not use binoculars, telescopes, or cameras without proper solar filters, as these can damage your eyes even if you are using eclipse glasses.