Chandra Grahan 2026: Is Total Lunar Eclipse Visible in India? Know Date, Time, Sutak Kala and Significance

Years first Chandra Grahan will be occur on 3rd of March, 2026, on this night, the Moon will pass the Earth's shadow and convert into a deep red and slight orange glow. The rare event has fascinated astronomers and researchers for centuries. Werther this eclipse will be visible. Let's understand the significance date and time of this celestial event

This Lunar Eclipse 2026 

The lunar eclipse  will occur 3rd March  and interesting this event will be visible in India in their DSLR's and camera's. 

• Lunar Eclipse:   March 3, 2026
• Lunar Eclipse Time:  From 03:20 PM To 06:47 PM

Visibility in India Visible

• Moonrise Visibility : 06:26 PM
• Maximum Eclipse: 06:33 PM to 06:40 PM
• Eclipse Ends:06:47 PM

In India, only the final, approximately 20-minute phase of this total lunar eclipse will be visible, though the Earth's penumbral shadow will begin contacting the Moon earlier in the afternoon.

Lunar Eclipse on Holi 2026: Check out Sutak Time

Sky watchers can watch this incredible phenomenon with their own eyes. Indians can witness the year's first total lunar eclipse, or Chandra Grahan, occurring in the purva phalguni nakshatra under the sign of Leo. Those under the Leo sign are advised to engage in religious and spiritual activities and donate after the eclipse. Women influenced by Leo should be cautious, as the moon symbolizes feminine energy and can cause emotional and mental imbalance.

A rare "Blood Moon" will occur during the total lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026, turning the Moon deep red. For optimal viewing, choose a location with clear skies and minimal light pollution.

Sutak Kal 2026

Yes, the upcoming total lunar eclipse will be visible from India, allowing people to witness this rare event with the naked eye. As the eclipse will be visible in India, sutak kaal will be observed. This will affect the Holi festival. Sutak kaal will begin nine hours before the eclipse and end once it concludes. Auspicious activities and puja rituals should be avoided during this period.