On the night of September 7, 2025, people across India witnessed the mesmerizing spectacle of a total lunar eclipse, popularly known as the “Blood Moon.” As the Earth’s shadow progressively engulfed the moon, it turned a stunning shade of red, casting a magical glow visible from rooftops, open fields, and riverbanks throughout the country.
The Celestial Show
#WATCH | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala | The #LunarEclipse enters the ‘Red Moon’ or the ‘Blood Moon’ phase pic.twitter.com/3ErbLNs0jc
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#WATCH | Delhi | Mesmerising ‘Red Moon’ or the ‘Blood Moon’ as the #LunarEclipse enters its Total phase pic.twitter.com/UNlHsPeoYH
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#WATCH | Ranchi, Jharkhand | The #LunarEclipse enters the Total Phase or the ‘Blood Moon’ phase pic.twitter.com/8nIQSOGqSK
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#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal | The #LunarEclipse enters the Total Phase or the ‘Blood Moon’ phase pic.twitter.com/AMwaLNyU5T
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#WATCH | Delhi | The #LunarEclipse enters the Total Phase or the ‘Blood Moon’ phase pic.twitter.com/R27Dohm2mP
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#WATCH | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala | The moon gradually starts turning red as the #LunarEclipse moves from the partial phase to the total phase pic.twitter.com/qcz1fPXbK7
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#WATCH | Delhi | The Total Phase of the #LunarEclipse or the ‘Blood Moon’ begins.
(Visuals from Dwarka) pic.twitter.com/43hDtmGKbT
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Starting as a partial eclipse, the moon gradually entered the full shadow of the Earth, reaching its total phase where it appeared red or copper-colored—a phenomenon caused by sunlight filtering through the Earth’s atmosphere. This “Blood Moon” shone brightly in the night sky for a remarkable 82 minutes, captivating millions of sky gazers.
Major cities including Delhi, Varanasi, Kolkata, and Thiruvananthapuram offered spectacular views. In Delhi, residents gathered on terraces and open spaces to enjoy the sight. In Varanasi, people along the ghats of the Ganges river witnessed the moon’s deep crimson transformation, sharing images enthusiastically on social media. Similarly, West Bengal’s Kolkata and Kerala’s capital Thiruvananthapuram saw large crowds coming together to marvel at the rare event.
A Worldwide Phenomenon
The Blood Moon was not limited to India—cities such as Shanghai also reported stunning views, with many sharing photographs on social media platforms that sparked widespread excitement globally.
Scientific Explanation and Safety
Scientists confirmed the event’s natural cause and reassured the public that viewing the lunar eclipse—unlike solar eclipses—posed no harm and did not require any protective eyewear. The reddish hue arises as Earth’s atmosphere bends sunlight into its shadow, filtering out blue light and allowing the longer red wavelengths to color the moon.
The Magic of Lunar Eclipses
Lunar eclipses like the Blood Moon have fascinated humans for millennia, often inspiring myths, traditions, and cultural celebrations across the world. In modern times, such events continue to evoke wonder and bring people together to look beyond everyday life and connect with the universe’s grandeur.
What’s Next?
Astronomy enthusiasts are already setting their sights on upcoming celestial events, including solar eclipses and future lunar eclipses, promising more magical moments in the night sky.
