India’s stock markets, including NSE and BSE, remained closed on March 31 on account of Mahavir Jayanti. Trading will also be suspended on April 3 for Good Friday, making it a shortened week for investors.
NSE, BSE Closed on Mahavir Jayanti,
Mumbai: This week is going to be a short one for investors and traders involved in the stock market. On March 31st, the country's major stock exchanges - BSE and NSE - are completely closed on the occasion of Shri Mahavir Jayanti. This resulted in a complete shutdown of trading on Dalal Street, preventing investors from trading.
In addition to Mahavir Jayanti, there is another major holiday this week. The stock market will also be closed on Good Friday on April 3rd. This is the third time in the last two weeks that the market has been closed. Trading was previously closed on March 26th due to Shri Ram Navami. Due to the continuous holidays, market activity is low.
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The impact of Mahavir Jayanti was not limited to the equity market, but also affected the commodity market. The morning session on MCX (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) was closed, although trading will resum in the evening session. NCDEX, on the other hand, will close for the entire day, forcing commodity traders to adjust their strategies.
Looking at the stock market calendar for 2026, a total of 16 holidays are scheduled this year. Some of these major holidays have already occurred, while the market will remain closed on several important occasions in the coming months.
The market will remain closed on several major festivals and occasions in the coming months. These include:
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Due to the continuous holidays, the number of trading days in the market has decreased, which requires investors to plan their strategies carefully. Experts believe that market volatility may increase during the holidays, so it is important to remain cautious.
