Maharashtra Day 2025 brings with it a trading pause across India’s leading stock exchanges. As investors prepare their portfolios for the new month, it's important to note that Thursday, May 1, 2025, is a market holiday across NSE, BSE, and MCX, marking the celebration of Maharashtra Day, also known as Maharashtra Din.
Stock Market Holiday on May 1: Why NSE and BSE Are Shut
The National Stock Exchange (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), and Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will remain shut on May 1, 2025, due to the state holiday observed in Maharashtra. As both the major stock exchanges are headquartered in Mumbai, the observance of Maharashtra Day triggers a complete suspension of trading activities.
What Will Be Shut:
- Equity Segment
- Equity Derivatives
- Currency Derivatives
- Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB)
- Tri-party Repo
- Commodity Derivatives
- NDS-RST
This closure affects not only equity trades but also currency transactions, meaning no trading in Indian Rupee (INR) will occur on this day. Markets will resume regular operations on Friday, May 2, 2025.
Why Is Maharashtra Day Celebrated?
Maharashtra Day, observed annually on May 1, commemorates the formation of the state of Maharashtra in 1960. The Bombay Reorganisation Act split the erstwhile Bombay State into Maharashtra and Gujarat, based on linguistic demographics. Maharashtra emerged as the homeland for Marathi-speaking citizens, while Gujarat was carved out for Gujarati-speaking residents. The day is a public holiday in Maharashtra and celebrated with parades, cultural events, and political ceremonies.
Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in 2025
Investors should stay updated on market closures to plan their trades effectively. Following Maharashtra Day, here are the remaining stock market holidays in 2025:
| Date | Holiday Name |
|---|---|
| August 15, 2025 | Independence Day |
| August 27, 2025 | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| October 2, 2025 | Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra |
| October 21, 2025 | Diwali Laxmi Pujan (Muhurat Trading may apply) |
| October 22, 2025 | Diwali Balipratipada |
| November 5, 2025 | Guru Nanak Jayanti (Prakash Gurpurb) |
| December 25, 2025 | Christmas Day |
Pro Tip: Always check the official NSE and BSE holiday list before scheduling important trades or investing activities.
Regular Stock Market Timings in India
To recap, Indian stock exchanges follow a structured timeline from Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays and weekends:
- Pre-Open Session: 9:00 AM – 9:07 AM
- Regular Trading: 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM
- Post-Close Session: 3:30 PM – 3:40 PM
Trading is paused every Saturday and Sunday and during notified holidays like Maharashtra Day.
Market Snapshot: April 30, 2025
Today, on Akshaya Tritiya 2025, markets are operating normally. Key triggers include:
- Quarterly earnings (Q4 FY25)
- CCEA and CCS meetings
- India-US trade updates
- Nifty weekly F&O expiry
- Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) movements
Interestingly, gold prices are slightly down today amid global market adjustments and fading trade tensions with the U.S., though sentiment around the precious metal remains seasonally strong due to the auspicious occasion.
To avoid last-minute trading disruptions, align your strategies with the official market calendar and resume your activity on May 2 with refreshed insights.
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