Last solar eclipse of 2025 to bring special yog: Here’s what you should know

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): The last solar eclipse of 2025 will begin at 10:59 pm on Sunday, September 21st and will last until 3:32 am the next day. Significantly, this eclipse will not be visible in India. It will be visible primarily in Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and the southern Pacific Ocean.

The eclipse will occur in the Virgo zodiac sign and the Uttara Phalguni constellation with the Sun, Moon and Mercury all in the same zodiac sign. This situation is known as Budhaditya Yoga in astrology. This is the second and final solar eclipse of the year coinciding with the conclusion of Pitru Paksha (the fortnight of the moon). It should be noted that Pitru Paksha (the fortnight of the moon) began with a lunar eclipse on September 7th.

According to Indian religious scriptures, a Sutak period begins 12 hours before an eclipse, during which auspicious events, travel and the purchase of new items are advised to be postponed. However, this time, since the eclipse will not be visible in India the Sutak period will not be in effect. However, it is considered appropriate to exercise caution regarding the effects of the eclipse based on religious beliefs and astrology.

Negative energy is more active during an eclipse, so scriptures recommend taking special measures during this time. Eating is prohibited during an eclipse and drinking water with basil leaves should be avoided to avoid the ill effects of the eclipse. Chanting the Gayatri Mantra and Mahamrityunjaya Mantra also helps reduce negative effects.

Bathing in holy rivers and donating to the poor after an eclipse is considered beneficial. Sprinkling Ganga water in the home purifies the atmosphere and helps alleviate any negative effects of the eclipse. Furthermore, one should avoid sleeping during the eclipse and chant mantras to maintain positive energy in the mind and body.

From an astrological perspective, this solar eclipse will have different effects on each zodiac sign.

• Aries people are advised to avoid long journeys as the eclipse may increase mental stress.

• Taurus people will have no problem in going on a short trip, but it would be better to avoid big deals or investments.

• Gemini people are likely to face obstacles in travel and increased expenses.

• There may be a delay in foreign travel for Cancerians.

• Leo people should avoid mental restlessness and be careful while driving.

• This eclipse is especially important for Virgo, as this is the sign of the eclipse, so new travel or new work should be avoided.

• Normal travel is auspicious for Libra people, but avoid work related to investment.

• Scorpio sign people can travel with their family but take care of their health.

• Religious travel will be beneficial for Sagittarius people, but business travel should be avoided.

• Capricorns may face fatigue and expenses in long distance travel.

• For Aquarius, plans may suddenly be disrupted, so it is important to be patient.

• Pisces people should avoid sea or water travel.