As Earth's shadow moved steadily across the lunar surface, the Moon shifted its shade from a bright white to deeper shades of amber and red. The changing hues drew many to gather on terraces and open grounds for a clear view of the spectacle.
To inspire interest in science, particularly among the youth and students of Gujarat, the then Chief Minister of Gujarat and the current Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, established a dedicated Science and Technology Department in the state.