Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse on September 7: India’s First and Last Visible Eclipse of the Year – Pt. Shashi Pal Dogra

Shimla: On the night of Sunday, September 7, 2025 (Bhadrapada Purnima), the year’s second lunar eclipse will occur. According to Pt. Shashi Pal Dogra, President of Vashisth Jyotish Sadan and numerologist, this will be the first and only lunar eclipse of the year visible in India. The day also marks the beginning of Pitru Paksha, which, he warned, could bring global and national upheaval—political turbulence, earthquakes, conflict, natural calamities, and even fire incidents. “Leaders may lose restraint over their words,” he added.

Eclipse Timing & Sutak

• Eclipse begins: 9:58 PM, September 7
• Eclipse ends: 1:26 AM, September 8
• Sutak period begins: 12:57 PM, September 7

“During Sutak, temple doors will remain closed, and auspicious activities should be avoided,” Pt. Dogra stated.

Special Feature: The Blood Moon

This eclipse will occur in Aquarius sign and Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra, appearing as a striking Blood Moon.

“The Blood Moon is not just an astronomical phenomenon but a period with profound effects on human life and world order.” – Pt. Dogra

Zodiac-wise Predictions & Remedies

• Aries (Mesha): Expenses rise, health affected.
  Remedy: Offer jaggery and gram to Lord Hanuman.
• Taurus (Vrishabha): New opportunities, gains.
  Remedy: Recite Vishnu Sahasranama.
• Gemini (Mithun): Career instability.
  Remedy: Offer durva grass to Lord Ganesha.
• Cancer (Karka): Luck favors, journeys successful.
  Remedy: Pour milk over a Shiva Lingam.
• Leo (Simha): Stress and financial losses.
  Remedy: Offer water to the Sun God.
• Virgo (Kanya): Marital discord.
  Remedy: Recite Durga Chalisa.
• Libra (Tula): Illness and rising expenses.
  Remedy: Water a Tulsi plant and light a lamp.
• Scorpio (Vrishchik): Career advancement.
  Remedy: Offer belpatra leaves to Lord Shiva.
• Sagittarius (Dhanu): Family tensions.
  Remedy: Circumambulate a Peepal tree.
• Capricorn (Makar): Financial gain, comforts.
  Remedy: Offer mustard oil to Lord Shani.
• Aquarius (Kumbh): Eclipse falls on own sign, mental stress.
  Remedy: Chant the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra.
• Pisces (Meen): Good news from abroad, spiritual benefits.
  Remedy: Offer kheer to Goddess Lakshmi.

Global, National & Regional Impact

• Worldwide: Political transitions, natural disasters, unrest.
• India: Political clashes, economic instability, disasters in north-western regions.
• Himachal Pradesh: Heavy rain, landslides, impact on agriculture and horticulture. Political upheaval, dissent within government and organizations. State leadership may face major challenges, with health concerns looming large.

What to Do During the Eclipse

Pt. Dogra advised:
“During the eclipse, meditating on Lord Shiva, chanting the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, and offering water to ancestors (tarpan) will bring special benefits.”