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The Lunar Eclipse, also known as Chandra Grahan in India, is not only a significant event in space but also for religious activities. The Lunar eclipse 2023 in India date and time is October 28, 2023. It will start at 11:31 PM and end at 3:36 AM on October 29, 2023.

Skygazers have recently enjoyed celestial delights in October, beginning with a striking annular solar eclipse that displayed a captivating ring of fire. Now, they eagerly await a forthcoming partial lunar eclipse, marking the second Lunar eclipse of the year following a penumbral Lunar eclipse on May 5. Lunar eclipses, a subject of wonder for millennia, have been documented across cultures for their spiritual and mystical importance.

Lunar eclipses provide a unique chance for stargazers and those passionate about astronomy to observe a stunning and infrequent celestial occurrence

What Is a Lunar Eclipse?

A Lunar eclipse takes place when the Earth positions itself between the Sun and the Moon, resulting in the Moon being cast in shadow. This phenomenon exclusively occurs during a full moon, when the sun, earth, and moon align perfectly. During a lunar eclipse, the Earth obstructs the sun’s light from reaching the moon, giving it a distinctive reddish-brown or orange hue.

In October 2023, a partial Lunar eclipse is set to grace the night sky. This event, one of three Lunar eclipse types, occurs when the moon partially traverses the earth’s shadow, casting a reddish-brown hue over a portion of it. Discover the essential details about the date, time, location, and how to observe Chandra Grahan in October 2023. 

Lunar Eclipse 2023: Date and Time

Lunar Eclipse date: October 28, 2023
Lunar Eclipse October 2023 begins (New Delhi): 11:31 p.m., October 28, 2023
Lunar Eclipse October 2023 ends (New Delhi): 3:36 AM, October 29, 2023

Where and How to Watch:

The moon will pass through the Earth’s shadow between 01:06 and 02:23 IST. A partial Lunar eclipse will take place and be seen from wherever the moon is above the horizon, including Asia, Russia, Africa, the Americas, Europe, Antarctica, and Oceania. It will be visible in the southwestern sky from New Delhi.

How to see the Lunar Eclipse of October 2023 in India?

To ensure safety and reduce potential harmful effects during an eclipse. You must avoid looking straight at the sun since it can seriously harm your eyes. Although viewing eclipses can be an amazing experience, safety must always come first. Use approved sun filters or eclipse-specific eyewear to see a Lunar eclipse. In order to view the eclipse, wear approved protective glasses.

Unlike solar eclipses, watching the moon being shadowed by the Earth with the naked eye is perfectly safe. 

How is a Lunar eclipse formed?

According to the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Lunar eclipses occur during the full moon phase. When Earth is positioned precisely between the Moon and the Sun, Earth’s shadow falls upon the surface of the Moon, dimming it and sometimes turning the Lunar surface a striking red over the course of a few hours. Each Lunar eclipse is visible from half of Earth, the space agency further said.