Catch the Planet Parade 2025: Six Planets Visible in India Tonight

The much-anticipated Planet Parade 2025 is set to capture the attention of skywatchers across India starting Saturday, with six planets becoming visible in the sky. This rare alignment will provide a unique celestial event lasting until the end of February. As the planets line up, they will include Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, making for a stunning visual display. Mercury will join the parade later, from February 28 to March 12, completing the grand cosmic show with all seven planets aligned.

The alignment of six planets visible at once is a rare event. While planetary alignments are not uncommon, seeing six planets simultaneously is what makes Planet Parade 2025 extraordinary. Four of the planets—Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn—are easily visible to the naked eye. Uranus and Neptune, however, require more advanced tools like telescopes or binoculars to view clearly. While this may not be a perfect line-up, the planets will be arranged along the plane of our solar system, creating a breathtaking view for observers.

The best time to witness this celestial event is shortly after sunset, says Dr. Anoop Singh, a PhD microbiologist and astronomy enthusiast. For those looking to capture the event on camera, long exposure shots are recommended to ensure clear images of the planetary alignment. According to Vijay Kapoor, a member of the Bengaluru Astronomy Club, binoculars will allow viewers to spot Jupiter and its moons, while a telescope is necessary to observe the distant Uranus and Neptune.

Experts advise that the visibility of these planets is enhanced in areas with minimal light pollution, so finding a dark, clear location will provide the best experience. Various astronomical observation events have been organized in cities like Gurugram, Mumbai, and Dehradun, where enthusiasts can join experts in witnessing the phenomenon.

For those interested in tracking the planetary parade, several apps can enhance the experience:

- Star Walk

- Star Tracker

- Sky Map

These apps offer detailed star maps and tracking features to help users identify and observe the planets as they align across the sky.

More Celestial Events in 2025

The Planet Parade 2025 is just one of the many astronomical events happening this year. Other notable celestial occurrences include:

- Total Lunar Eclipse (March 13-14)

- Jupiter-Venus Conjunction (August 12)

- Super Harvest Moon (October 6)

- Geminid Meteor Shower (December 13-14)

With so many astronomical events taking place in 2025, it's a year to remember for skywatchers and astronomy enthusiasts.