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Second Chandra Grahan 2026: In the year 2026, the festival of Rakshabandhan will be celebrated with a special astronomical event. The last lunar eclipse of the year is going to occur on 28th August, on the day of Rakshabandhan. As soon as the news of eclipse came out, many questions started arising in people’s minds. The biggest question is whether this lunar eclipse will be visible in India and will it have any impact on the festival of Rakshabandhan? If you are also in dilemma about this eclipse, then let us tell you that people living in India do not need to worry about this eclipse. According to astrology and religious beliefs, this eclipse will not be visible in India, hence its Sutak period will also not be valid. That means, on the day of Rakshabandhan, sisters can tie Rakhi to their brothers without any dilemma.
At what time will the lunar eclipse occur?
According to the Drik calendar, the last moon of the year eclipse It will start on 28 August 2026 at 06:55 am. The eclipse will end at 12:30 pm. In this way the total duration of the eclipse will be approximately 5 hours 35 minutes.
Will lunar eclipse be visible in India?
The most curiosity among people about this lunar eclipse falling on Rakshabandhan is whether it can be seen in India. According to astronomical information, the Moon will not be visible in India at the time of the eclipse because during the eclipse it will be daytime and the Moon will remain below the horizon. For this reason this lunar eclipse will not be visible from any part of the country. On the other hand, this eclipse will be visible in many areas of the world. People will be able to see this astronomical phenomenon in many parts of Europe, Africa, North America, South America, Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean.
What will be the Sutak period?
In Hindu religion, the Sutak period before the eclipse is considered to have special significance. It is advised to avoid worship and auspicious works during Sutak. But according to religious rules, at the place where the eclipse is not visible, its Sutak period is not considered effective. Since this lunar eclipse will not be visible in India, hence Sutak period will also not be valid here. Devotees will be able to celebrate the festival of Rakshabandhan without any hindrance and will be able to perform puja, tying Rakhi and other religious activities as usual.
Women buying Rakhi in Amritsar. File Photo: PTI
Will there be any impact on Rakshabandhan?
Rakshabandhan is a festival symbolizing the love and trust between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie Rakhi on the wrist of their brothers and pray for their long life and happiness and prosperity. Since this lunar eclipse will not be visible in India, it will not be considered to have any religious or negative impact on the festival of Rakshabandhan. Even from religious point of view, this eclipse will not have any special significance in India. People will be able to celebrate the festival of Rakshabandhan with full enthusiasm and devotion.
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