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Solar Eclipse 2024 in India: Surya Grahan, also known as Solar Eclipse, is a celestial phenomenon which never fails to amaze astronomy enthusiasts. When the Sun, Moon, and Earth line up perfectly or partially, a solar eclipse takes place. Eclipses offer a unique and breathtaking view of the Sun or Moon, depending on how they line up. The first Surya Grahan of the year 2024 is set to take place on 8th April 2024. This will be a total solar eclipse. Let us know more details about the date, time and visibility of the Surya Grahan in India. 

Solar Eclipse 2024: Date And Time 

The Surya Grahan is set to take place on 8th April 2024, starting at 2:12 PM. The Solar Eclipse will conclude at 2:22 AM on 9th April 2024. Therefore, the duration of this solar eclipse will be 12 hours.

A solar eclipse takes place when the Moon casts a shadow over a section of the Earth, blocking off sunlight entirely or in part. (Image Source: Canva)

Solar Eclipse 2024: Visibility Of Solar Eclipse In India 

This Surya Grahan will not be visible in India. However, people can witness the Total Solar Eclipse in  North America, including the United States, Mexico, Canada, and other nations. 

There are speculations that one such solar eclipse occurred in 1971. The Moon will completely obscure the Sun during this eclipse, causing the sky to darken for almost 7.5 minutes. A night scene will occur during the daytime as it is apparent. 

Solar Eclipse 2024: What Is A Total Solar Eclipse? 

When the moon totally obscures the sun's face as it moves between the sun and Earth, it is known as a total solar eclipse. The sun is around 400 times larger than the moon and 400 times further away, which makes these solar eclipses feasible. 

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Total eclipses are rare because a precise alignment between the Sun and Moon centres and the viewer (on Earth) requires the new moon to occur during the eclipse season. Furthermore, the Moon's eccentric orbit frequently carries it far enough from Earth that its apparent size isn't sufficient to completely obstruct the Sun. Because total solar eclipses only occur along a limited route on Earth's surface, defined by the Moon's complete shadow, or umbra, they are uncommon at any one point. 


(Disclaimer: This is based on general public information. Jagran English does not confirm its veracity. Before adopting any measures, consult an expert from the relevant field.)