The first solar eclipse (Surya Grahan) of 2025 will occur today, 29 March. However, this partial solar eclipse will not be visible in India. Instead, it will be seen from parts of Europe, Africa, North America, South America, the Arctic Ocean, and the Atlantic Ocean.
Grahan Timing 29 March
- Start Time (IST): 2:20 PM
- Peak Time (IST): 4:17 PM
- End Time (IST): 6:13 PM
- Total Duration: ~4 hours
Although this eclipse will occur, it will not be observable from India because the Moon’s shadow will not pass over the region. Since it is not visible in India, the Sutak period—a time considered inauspicious in Hindu beliefs—will not be applicable.
Where Will the Solar Eclipse Be Visible?
This partial solar eclipse will be visible in countries such as:
- Europe: Denmark, Finland, Greenland, Netherlands, Norway, Hungary, Ireland, England, Italy, France, Germany, Lithuania, Romania, Russia (Northern parts), Ukraine, Austria, Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium, and Spain.
- Africa: Morocco.
- North & South America: Canada (Eastern parts), USA (Eastern regions), Northern Brazil, Barbados, Bermuda, and Suriname.