Blood Moon in Himachal: Lunar Eclipse Visible for Short Duration in Shimla, Manali

• The first lunar eclipse of 2026 will be visible across Himachal Pradesh, including Shimla, Manali, Mandi, and Dharamshala.
• Temple doors across the state have been closed until evening due to the Sutak period, which began at 6:20 AM.
• The lunar eclipse will begin around 3:19 PM and last until 6:47 PM, with effects observed for approximately three and a half hours.
• In Shimla, the moon will rise around 6:15 PM, making the lunar eclipse visible for only 20-25 minutes.
• In Manali, the moon will rise at 6:21 PM, allowing people to witness the lunar eclipse for only 30 minutes.