Indian stock market investors need to mark their calendars as the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) are set for multiple closures in the coming week. The exchanges will observe holidays for various occasions, including the much-anticipated Diwali Mahurat trading session.
Market Holiday Schedule: Key Dates to Remember
The upcoming week brings a mixed bag of complete market closures and special trading sessions. Regular trading activities will be suspended on specific days, requiring investors to plan their portfolio moves accordingly.
Complete Trading Holidays
- Friday, October 24, 2025 - Dussehra (Vijayadashami)
- Monday, October 27, 2025 - Diwali (Laxmi Pujan)
Special Mahurat Trading Session
The traditional Mahurat Trading session for Diwali 2025 will be conducted on Sunday, October 26, 2025. This auspicious one-hour session holds significant importance for investors who believe in starting new financial ventures during this propitious time.
What Investors Should Know
Trading and Settlement Impact: All equity, equity derivatives, and SLB segments will remain closed on the specified holidays. The commodity derivatives market will also follow the same holiday schedule.
Mahurat Trading Tradition: The special Diwali trading session typically lasts for about one hour and is considered auspicious for making new investments. Many investors participate in this session as it's believed to bring prosperity throughout the year.
Planning Your Investment Strategy
With multiple market holidays in quick succession, investors should:
- Complete all pending transactions before the holiday period
- Plan their Mahurat trading strategy in advance
- Monitor global market movements during the closure period
- Set reminders for market reopening to stay updated
The stock exchanges have officially notified all market participants about these scheduled closures to ensure smooth operations and proper planning of trading activities.
