Mumbai: The Indian stock markets will observe an extended festive break this year as both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) will remain closed for trading on October 21 and 22 on account of Diwali (Laxmi Pujan) and Balipratipada.
With Dhanteras falling on Sunday, October 19, and regular weekend holidays preceding the festival, Dalal Street will effectively remain shut for four consecutive days. The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) and currency derivatives segment will also stay closed during this period.
📅 Stock Market Holidays in 2025
- October 21: Diwali – Laxmi Pujan
- October 22: Balipratipada
- November 5: Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev
- December 25: Christmas
💡 Muhurat Trading 2025
The much-awaited Muhurat Trading session — a symbolic one-hour trading window marking the start of the Hindu New Year Samvat 2082 — will take place on October 21.
According to circulars issued by both exchanges on September 22, trading will be open from 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm, with trade modifications permitted until 2:55 pm. All transactions executed during this session will be settled as per standard norms, the NSE confirmed.
Muhurat Trading, traditionally seen as an auspicious start to the new financial year, is conducted annually on Diwali. The practice reflects investor optimism and cultural significance, with many traders considering it a time to make fresh investments.
Historically, the special session has yielded positive returns for benchmark indices. Over the past 16 years, the Sensex and Nifty 50 have closed higher in 13 Muhurat sessions, highlighting the upbeat sentiment that accompanies the occasion.
In 2024, the festive rally continued as the Sensex gained 335 points (0.42%) to close at 79,724, while the Nifty 50 rose 99 points (0.41%) to 24,304 during the Muhurat session.
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