Investors and traders should be aware that the Indian stock markets, including the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), are closed for trading today, Thursday, 1 May 2025. The reason for this closure is the observance of Maharashtra Day, a significant state holiday commemorating the formation of the state of Maharashtra on May 1, 1960. As both the NSE and BSE are headquartered in Mumbai, the capital of Maharashtra, they observe this regional holiday, leading to a halt in nationwide trading activities.
Impact on Trading Segments: What's Open and Closed?
The Maharashtra Day holiday impacts most market segments for the entire trading day. There will be no trading activity on the NSE and BSE in the following areas :
- Equity Segment
- Equity Derivatives Segment
- SLB (Securities Lending and Borrowing) Segment
- Currency Derivatives Segment
- Interest Rate Derivatives Segment
However, commodity market participants should note a different schedule. The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) and the Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR) Segment will observe a partial holiday :
- Trading is closed during the morning session (typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
- Trading resumes for the evening session (typically starting from 5:00 PM onwards). This often allows participants to align with international commodity market movements.
When Will Normal Trading Resume?
Following today's closure, normal trading operations across all affected segments on the NSE and BSE (Equity, Derivatives, etc.) are scheduled to resume tomorrow, Friday, May 2, 2025. Trading will follow the standard market timings.
Plan Your Trading Year: The Full 2025 Holiday Calendar
While knowing about today's closure is important, Maharashtra Day is just one of several non-trading days for the Indian stock markets in 2025. Upcoming holidays include Independence Day (August 15) and Ganesh Chaturthi (August 27). Planning your trades and investments effectively requires awareness of the entire holiday schedule.
For a complete and detailed list of all NSE, BSE, and MCX trading holidays for the year 2025, including specific dates, occasions, weekend closures, and information on the special Muhurat Trading session during Diwali, please refer to our stock market holiday 2025 list.
This resource is invaluable for navigating the trading calendar throughout the year.
Key Takeaways for May 1st
- The NSE and BSE are closed today, May 1, 2025, due to Maharashtra Day.
- Most major segments like Equity and Derivatives are shut for the full day.
- The MCX (Commodities) and EGR segments are closed for the morning session but open for the evening session (from 5 PM).
- Normal trading across all markets will resume on Friday, May 2, 2025.
- Refer to the full 2025 holiday calendar for effective planning.
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