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Experience the wonder of Zero Shadow Day in Bengaluru! Learn why this short-lived phenomenon occurs twice a year, and when to step outside and see it for yourself!

In addition to Bengaluru, people in places such as Kanyakumari, Bhopal, Hyderabad and Mumbai are also likely to witness the phenomenon.

Every year, for every point on Earth between the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn, there are two Zero Shadow Days.

This occurrence is unique to places located in the same latitudes as Bengaluru in India and will take place between 12:17 pm and 12:23 pm on April 24

Bengaluru residents are in for a celestial treat. They will witness a rare phenomenon called 'Zero Shadow Day' on Wednesday.

Zero Shadow Day, also known as No Shadow Day, is an astronomical phenomenon that occurs in specific regions on Earth where the Sun is positioned directly overhead at solar noon.

Bengaluru to witness Zero Shadow Day on August 18, a celestial event where the sun is directly overhead, causing no shadows.

This rare event occurs when the Sun's declination matches the location's latitude.

Today, Bengaluru will witness a brief period without shadows because the sun will be positioned directly overhead.