Pitru Paksha 2025 will be particularly special this time as both a lunar and a solar eclipse will occur during the Shradh period after a century. This astronomical event will take place between September 7th and 21st. According to astrology, it is necessary to exercise caution during this period to maintain the blessings of ancestors and the prosperity of the family.
Pitru Paksha 2025: This year, Pitru Paksha will be observed from September 7th to September 21st, but the special thing is that after a hundred years, two major eclipses will occur during this Shradh period. The lunar eclipse on September 7th will be visible in India, while the solar eclipse on September 21st will not be visible from India. From an astronomical point of view, this is a rare coincidence, and according to astrological beliefs, devotees will have to take special precautions to avoid inauspicious effects and receive the blessings of their ancestors.
The Shadow of 2 Eclipses on Pitru Paksha
Pitru Paksha 2025 is going to be very special from an astronomical point of view. This time, after a hundred years, it will happen that both the beginning and the end of Pitru Paksha will coincide with eclipses. According to astrology, such a situation has a profound effect on religious and spiritual activities. For this reason, devotees are advised to take special precautions.
First Eclipse – Lunar Eclipse
Pitru Paksha will begin on September 7, 2025, with a lunar eclipse. According to Indian Standard Time, this eclipse will begin at 9:58 PM and end the next day at 1:26 AM. During this time, the moon will appear with a red glow, which is called "Blood Moon" in astronomy. The special thing is that this lunar eclipse will be clearly visible in India.
Second Eclipse – Solar Eclipse
Pitru Paksha will conclude on September 21, 2025, with a solar eclipse. This eclipse will start at 10:59 PM and last until approximately 3:23 AM. Since it will occur at night, it will not be visible in India.
What Not to Do During the Eclipse
The occurrence of a lunar and solar eclipse during Shradh Paksha holds special significance from a religious point of view. The first eclipse, the lunar eclipse, will be visible in India, so its Sutak period will also be valid. The Sutak period begins 9 hours before the eclipse starts. During this time, visiting temples, providing food to Brahmins, and cooking food are considered prohibited. Only after the eclipse ends, offering Tarpan, charity, and performing Shradh rituals for the ancestors yields auspicious results.
Special Precautions for Pregnant Women
According to astrological beliefs, the Sutak period and the eclipse have a greater impact on pregnant women. During this time, they should not leave the house, nor is it considered appropriate to give birth, as it can have a negative effect on the child. Therefore, astrologers advise that religious activities and charitable deeds should be performed only after the eclipse ends.
