Chandra Grahan 2026: At what time will the lunar eclipse be visible in which city? Know complete details from Delhi to Prayagraj

Lunar eclipse 2026: Today, on March 3, 2026, the first lunar eclipse of the year is taking place, about which there is curiosity across the country. This event is considered very important from religious and astronomical point of view. People are excited to know at what time the lunar eclipse will be visible in their city and when will the Sutak period become effective.

Lunar eclipse has been given special importance in Hindu religion. According to the scriptures, when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon and its shadow falls on the Moon, then a lunar eclipse occurs. It is believed that during this time, negative energy increases in the environment, hence worship, chanting mantras and meditation have special importance.

What time will the lunar eclipse start today?

According to the Panchang, this lunar eclipse is taking place in Leo and Purva Phalguni Nakshatra. The eclipse will begin in India at 3:20 pm, although the Moon will not be visible at that time. The last phase of the eclipse can be seen with the rise of the moon in the evening. The eclipse will end around 6:46 to 6:47 pm.

When will Sutak period become effective?

Sutak period will start from 6:23 am on March 3. According to religious belief, one should avoid worship, temple entry and auspicious works during Sutak period.

At what time will the lunar eclipse be visible in which city?

The timing of lunar eclipse in major cities of the country will be as follows-

• Delhi: 6:26 pm to 6:46 pm
• Prayagraj: 6:08 to 6:46 pm
• Varanasi: 6:04 to 6:46 pm
• Kanpur: 6:14 to 6:46 pm
• Patna and Ranchi: 5:55 to 6:46 pm
• Kolkata: 5:43 to 6:46 pm
• Bhubaneswar: 5:54 to 6:46 pm
• Chennai: 6:21 to 6:46 pm
• Hyderabad: 6:26 to 6:46 pm
• Bengaluru: 6:32 to 6:46 pm

The moon will be completely covered in some cities of North-East India like Shillong, Itanagar and Guwahati. Here the eclipse will be in effect from 2:14 pm to 7:53 pm and the period of completeness is considered to be approximately 3 hours 27 minutes.

What to do after the eclipse?

From the religious point of view, after the eclipse ends, taking bath and doing charity is considered auspicious.

Disclaimer: The timings given above are based on various almanacs and astronomical calculations. There may be a difference of a few minutes in time according to the rise and visibility of the moon at different places. Please confirm the time with your local almanac or official source.