Mumbai: Indian investors are in for a bumpy ride in April 2025 as the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) are set to remain closed on seven different days within just 11 days. This string of holidays is due to various national festivals and observances, making it an unusually inactive period for trading.
The latest pause on tariffs by US President Donald Trump has boosted global markets. India, being one of the countries not retaliating to US tariffs, is expected to benefit from this move. But Indian investors will have to wait to act on these positive signals due to the holiday breaks.
First Round of Holidays: April 10 to 14
Trading to resume briefly on Friday, April 11, after markets stayed closed on April 10 for Mahavir Jayanti. However, another break is already lined up. Monday, April 14, is a holiday due to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti. So, after just one day of trading, investors will see another pause.
Second Round: April 18 to 20
After a short three-day trading period, another extended break will take place from Friday, April 18 to Sunday, April 20. The markets will be closed for Good Friday, followed by the regular weekend holidays.
Full List of Market Holidays in 2025
Here's the list of major upcoming stock market holidays:
April 10: Mahavir Jayanti
April 14: Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti
April 18: Good Friday
May 1: Maharashtra Day
August 15: Independence Day / Parsi New Year
August 27: Ganesh Chaturthi
October 2: Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra
October 21: Diwali Laxmi Pujan
October 22: Balipratipada
November 5: Guru Nanak Jayanti
December 25: Christmas
US Market Surge Brings Hope
In the US, the stock market has reacted strongly to the tariff relief announcement. The S&P 500 jumped over 7 per cent, the Nasdaq 100 surged 9 per cent, and the Dow Jones rose more than 6 per cent. All sectors saw gains, reflecting strong investor confidence.
Regular Trading Schedule
On regular days, Indian stock markets operate from Monday to Friday, between 9:15 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. IST. Pre-open and closing sessions happen before and after these hours. Markets remain closed on weekends and pre-declared holidays.
