The Indian stock market took a breather on April 10, 2025, as it paused trading in observance of Mahavir Jayanti. This holiday marks the beginning of a busy period for investors, with both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) shutting down for a total of six days out of the next ten. Notably, the month of April is packed with additional holidays impacting market activities.
Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in April 2025
According to the official holiday schedule, here are the key dates when the Indian stock market will remain closed this month:
- April 10 – Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14 – Ambedkar Jayanti
- April 18 – Good Friday (coinciding with Ramzan Id)
These closures also include weekends, meaning traders will see limited opportunities to engage in the market during this timeframe.
Overview of Stock Market Holidays in 2025
Looking ahead, the Indian stock market will observe a total of 14 holidays throughout the year. The complete list includes:
- April 10 – Shri Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14 – Ambedkar Jayanti
- April 18 – Good Friday
- May 1 – Maharashtra Day
- May 12 – Buddha Purnima
- August 15 – Independence Day
- August 27 – Ganesh Chaturthi
- September 5 – Id-E-Milad
- October 2 – Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra
- October 21 – Diwali (Laxmi Pujan)
- October 22 – Diwali Balipratipada
- November 5 – Prakash Gurpurb (Sri Guru Nanak Dev)
- December 25 – Christmas
Current Market Trends and Volatility
Recently, the Indian stock market has been fraught with volatility, primarily due to concerns surrounding a potential global recession, which has been exacerbated by trade measures introduced by U.S. President Donald Trump. On the last trading day before the holiday, April 9, the benchmark indices experienced a downward trend.
- The Sensex fell by 379.93 points (0.51%), closing at 73,847.15.
- The Nifty dropped 136.70 points (0.61%), finishing at 22,399.15.
With the Reserve Bank of India announcing a 25 basis point cut in the repo rate, market reactions were swift, leading to an overall decline in both indices.
Expert Insights on Market Volatility
Prashanth Tapse, Senior VP of Research at Mehta Equities Ltd, highlighted the ongoing volatility, stating, “We expect fluctuations to remain prevalent in the coming weeks, driven by uncertainties from U.S. tariff decisions. This has led investors to adopt a cautious approach, especially with the recent depreciation of the local currency and increased foreign institutional investor (FII) selling this month.”
As the market navigates through this turbulent phase, investors are advised to stay informed and exercise caution in their trading strategies.
For more details on stock market trends and updates, visit NSE India or BSE India.
