Eid 2025: Indian Stock Market Closed for the Holiday 31 March- Will NSE, BSE Open Today?

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Eid al-Fitr is a significant holiday across India, and as a nationwide observance, it results in the closure of financial markets, government offices, and several businesses.

The Indian stock market will remain closed today, March 31, 2025, for Eid al-Fitr, an important Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan. The market closure follows the weekend break on March 29 and 30, and trading will resume on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. All market segments, including equities, derivatives, currency markets, and securities lending, will remain suspended today. Participants are advised to plan their trades accordingly.

Eid al-Fitr is a significant holiday across India, and as a nationwide observance, it results in the closure of financial markets, government offices, and several businesses. This year’s festival holds particular importance for Muslim communities in India, celebrated with great enthusiasm and unity.

Looking ahead, the Indian stock markets will also observe several holidays in April 2025, including Shri Mahavir Jayanti on April 10, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14, and Good Friday on April 18. These days will see market closures, with trading resuming the following business day.

Investors should note that the Indian stock exchanges operate Monday through Friday, with weekends and public holidays designated as non-trading days. The upcoming holidays for the rest of 2025 include Maharashtra Day on May 1, Independence Day on August 15, and Ganesh Chaturthi on August 27.

Markets will also observe breaks in the later months for Gandhi Jayanti, Diwali festivities, and Christmas. Trading will conclude for the year with a holiday on December 25.

The Indian stock market will resume trading on April 1, 2025, with regular hours from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. IST.