Solar Eclipses 20262
Solar Eclipse
Surya Grahan
Not visible from New Delhi — Sutak does not apply
Times below are shown in your city's clock for reference only.
⚠️ Safety Warning: Never look directly at a solar eclipse with naked eyes. Use certified solar filters only.
Solar Eclipse
Surya Grahan
Not visible from New Delhi — Sutak does not apply
Times below are shown in your city's clock for reference only.
⚠️ Safety Warning: Never look directly at a solar eclipse with naked eyes. Use certified solar filters only.
Lunar Eclipses 20262
Lunar Eclipse
Chandra Grahan
✓ Visible from New Delhi
Sutak Kaal: 3 March, 06:20 am to 3 March, 06:47 pm
Traditional observance information — for educational purposes.
🌙 Spiritual Period: Lunar eclipse is a sacred time for mantra japa, meditation, and inner purification.
Lunar Eclipse
Chandra Grahan
Not visible from New Delhi — Sutak does not apply
Times below are shown in your city's clock for reference only.
🌙 Spiritual Period: Lunar eclipse is a sacred time for mantra japa, meditation, and inner purification.
Eclipse Phase Terms
Vedic Wisdom
Spiritual significance and observances
Significance
A Surya Grahan (Solar Eclipse) occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, blocking the Sun's light. In Vedic tradition, it is considered a powerful astronomical event with spiritual significance. The temporary obscuration of Surya (Sun), the source of light and life, symbolizes the cosmic battle between light and darkness. During this time, the spiritual potency of mantras, prayers, and charitable acts is believed to be magnified. Scriptures recommend using this period for introspection, meditation, and spiritual practices.
Sanskrit Verses
आदित्यस्य नमस्कारं ये कुर्वन्ति दिने दिने। जन्मान्तर सहस्रेषु दारिद्र्यं नोपजायते॥
"Those who offer salutations to the Sun (Aditya) daily, will never face poverty even across thousands of lifetimes."
यस्य स्मृत्या च नामोक्त्या तपः पूजा क्रियादिषु। न्यूनं संपूर्णतां याति सद्यो वन्दे तमच्युतम्॥
"When the mighty Sun is obscured by Rahu, during that time, observing dharma (righteous conduct) becomes especially important."
Observances
- Fasting (upavasa) from sunrise to eclipse completion is traditionally observed
- Taking ritual bath (snana) before and after the eclipse
- Chanting mantras, especially Surya mantras and Gayatri mantra
- Offering charity (dana) after the eclipse ends
- Many devotees spend the eclipse period in prayer and meditation
- Purifying the home and sacred spaces after the eclipse
Vedic Guidelines
Do's
- •Maintain spiritual practices during the eclipse period
- •Chant sacred mantras
- •Meditate during eclipse hours
- •Donate to the needy after eclipse
- •Take bath before eating
- •Purify drinking water and food items
Don'ts
- •Eat or drink during eclipse period
- •Sleep during eclipse time
- •Travel during eclipse
- •Start new ventures
- •Keep cooked food uncovered
- •Use sharp objects unnecessarily
Note: This information is based on traditional Vedic scriptures. For the full rules around Sutak Kaal — food restrictions, timing, and who is exempt — see the Sutak Kaal Guide. For the complete story of eclipses — mythology, astronomy, and Vedic tradition — read the Grahan Guide.