Don't look up unless you know how to safely view a solar eclipse

The last solar eclipse of the year will be seen in India late in the afternoon on Tuesday. Before sunset in the evening, Indians can watch this partial eclipse, but with suitable precautions.

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon blocks the sun either partially or totally, as seen from Earth. As the moon orbits Earth, and Earth orbits the sun, the moon gets caught in the middle and casts a shadow on Earth. People in regions where the shadow falls will be able to see the solar eclipse.

Never look directly at the sun. Solar eclipses can be especially dangerous for direct viewing because the sudden changes in luminosity do not give our eyes a chance to adapt. It is best if you have a pair of special glasses that have solar filters.


People can also observe the eclipse using a pinhole projector. Here are the timings across various Indian cities

• Bhopal: 4.42 pm to 5.47 pm
• Chennai: 5.13 pm to 5.45 pm
• Hyderabad: 4.58 pm to 5.48 pm
• Delhi: 4.51 pm to 5.42 pm
• Mumbai: 4.4 pm to 6.09 pm
• Kolkata: 4.51 pm to 5.04 pm

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Can I view the solar eclipse using DIY solar filters?

It's crucial to realize that wearing regular glasses or even making our solar filters won't protect our eyes from the Sun. Therefore, it is strongly advised against using these glasses to see the eclipse.

Q2. How can I watch the solar eclipse online?

Viewers can view the Surya Grahan 2022 live stream on YouTube.