The Indian stock market will remain closed on Thursday, October 2, 2025, in observance of Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra.
Both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) will halt trading for the day.
Normal market operations will resume on Friday, October 3.
Stock Market Segments Affected
According to the official BSE holiday list, the following segments will be closed on October 2:
Equity, Equity Derivatives, and SLB segments
Currency Derivatives
NDS-RST and Tri-Party Repo segments
Commodity Derivatives and Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR)
Trading will remain suspended throughout the day, including both morning and evening sessions.
Significance of Gandhi Jayanti
Gandhi Jayanti celebrates the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
Known for his leadership in India’s freedom struggle through non-violent movements like the Salt March and Quit India Movement, Gandhi’s principles continue to inspire the world.
Across India, tributes are paid at Raj Ghat in New Delhi and other locations with prayer meetings, programs, and commemorations.
Globally, the day is observed as the International Day of Non-Violence.
Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in October
Traders should also note the following holidays later this month:
October 21: Diwali (Laxmi Pujan)
October 22: Diwali (Balipratipada)
A special Diwali Muhurat trading session will take place on October 21 from 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm, with trade modifications allowed until 2:55 pm.
Trades executed during this session will have settlement obligations.
The Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX) and currency derivatives markets will remain closed on these dates.
Other key holidays in 2025 include Prakash Gurpurab on November 5 and Christmas on December 25.
Knowing these dates helps traders plan their portfolios and avoid last-minute issues.
When the Stock Market is Closed
India’s stock markets operate Monday to Friday, but are closed on weekends and certain national or religious holidays.
On these days, trading in equities, derivatives, and other segments is paused, giving investors and institutions time to observe important occasions.
