The second and the last solar eclipse of 2024, also known as the annular solar eclipse or Surya Grahan, falls on October 2 and is one of the most anticipated astronomical events of the year. This day coincides with Sarva Pitru Amavasya and falls 15 days after the lunar eclipse. In this eclipse, the Moon will cover the centre of the Sun, leaving a bright ‘ring of fire’ visible around its edges. In Hindu astrology, solar eclipses hold great significance. Solar eclipses always occur on Amavasya. In this article, we’ll learn about the solar eclipse 2024 date and sutak time, visibility of the solar eclipse and viewing precautions.

Solar Eclipse 2024 Date and Sutak Time

Solar eclipse 2024 falls on October 2, 15 days after the lunar eclipse. The eclipse coincides with Sarva Pitru Amavasya and hold a significance from astronomical and astrological perspectives. The eclipse will begin on October 2 at 09:13 PM IST and end on October 3 at 3:17 AM IST. This will be an annular solar eclipse but will not be visible in India as it will occur at night. Thus, there will be no sutak time. Surya Grahan 2024 Date and Time: Will the Solar Eclipse Be Visible in India? From Sutak Time to Do’s and Don’ts, Here’s All You Need To Know About the Celestial Event.

Surya Grahan  in India

The solar eclipse or Surya Grahan will not be visible in India as it will occur at night. Thus, the Sutal time and inasupicious period associated with the solar eclipse will not be observed.

Visibility of Solar Eclipse

Although India will miss out on this celestial event, other parts of the world, namely Argentina, the Pacific Ocean, the Arctic, South America, Peru, and Fiji, will witness the annular solar eclipse. These regions will experience the famous ‘ring of fire’ as the Moon’s apparent diameter is smaller than the Sun’s, leaving the Sun’s outer edges visible.

Viewing Precautions

Looking directly at the Sun during an eclipse without proper eye protection can cause severe eye damage. To safely view the eclipse, it is recommended to use eclipse glasses, which are specifically designed to filter out harmful rays. Never look at the Sun through regular sunglasses, binoculars, or cameras without solar filters, as this can result in permanent eye injury.

Annular Solar Eclipse Live Streaming

The solar eclipse that falls on October 2 promises to be an exciting event, both spiritually and scientifically. While those in some regions of the world will witness the breathtaking ‘ring of fire,’ people in India will not be able to see this phenomenon as solar eclipse that it will occur at night.

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