Stock Market Holiday: The Indian stock exchanges, including the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), are closed today, Monday, as India commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, a key architect of the Indian Constitution and a national icon of social reform.
As per the stock market holiday calendar 2025, April 14 is listed as a trading holiday, marking Ambedkar Jayanti, a national public holiday observed annually across the country. On this day, all trading activity in the Indian stock market remains suspended.
This closure applies to all major segments: equity, equity derivatives, SLB (Securities Lending and Borrowing), and currency derivatives. Trading across these segments will resume on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, with normal market hours.
No Trading in Equity and Currency Markets
Market participants are advised that no orders will be processed today on both NSE and BSE. Investors, traders, and institutions are urged to plan their market activity accordingly in view of the non-operational status of Indian bourses.
According to the trading schedule released by both exchanges, the following segments are impacted:
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Equity Segment
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Equity Derivative Segment
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SLB Segment
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Currency Derivative Segment
Normal operations will be reinstated on the next working day.
Commodity Markets Open for Evening Session Only
While equity markets remain closed for the entire day, commodity trading will be allowed during the evening session only. The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), India’s leading platform for commodities such as gold, silver, crude oil, and natural gas, will remain closed during the morning session (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM) and will reopen for trading from 5:00 PM to 11:30/11:55 PM.
This half-day schedule is part of the standard holiday policy for commodities during national holidays, enabling partial market access for investors.
Why Ambedkar Jayanti Is a National Holiday
Ambedkar Jayanti, observed on April 14 every year, marks the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, born in 1891. He was a prominent social reformer, economist, jurist, and the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. He is widely recognized for his work toward social justice and for uplifting the marginalized sections of society.
As a result, this day is declared a public holiday, and it is also observed as a stock market holiday in India. On this occasion, banks, government institutions, educational institutions, and financial markets, including the NSE and BSE, remain closed to honor his legacy. The closure of financial markets makes Ambedkar Jayanti one of the officially listed stock market holidays in the annual trading calendar.
Indian Market Weekly Recap: Recovery After Global Volatility
Prior to the holiday, Indian markets concluded last week on a positive note, despite beginning the week under considerable pressure. The week began with sharp declines triggered by rising tensions in the global trade environment, particularly between the United States and China. Concerns about reciprocal tariffs led to a spike in investor caution.
However, as the US administration deferred the implementation of tariffs for all countries except China, markets stabilized. This geopolitical development brought relief to global and Indian indices alike.
Backed by positive domestic cues, including the Reserve Bank of India’s recent decision to reduce interest rates and maintain an accommodative policy stance, Indian markets rallied in the latter half of the week.
On Friday, the Sensex surged to 75,157.26, gaining over 1,310 points or 1.77 percent, while the Nifty 50 ended at 22,828.55, up by 429.40 points or 1.92 percent. Strong performances were observed in sectors such as metals, consumer durables, and oil & gas.
Expert Outlook: What Lies Ahead
Market analysts believe that the upcoming holiday-shortened week will remain sensitive to developments on both global and domestic fronts.
Ajit Mishra, Senior Vice President of Research at Religare Broking, noted, “The market’s near-term direction will largely be influenced by further updates on the US-China tariff negotiations. On the domestic front, investor focus will shift to the Q4 corporate earnings, with key announcements expected from heavyweights such as Infosys, Wipro, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank.”
Volatility may persist, but overall sentiment remains cautiously optimistic heading into the next trading sessions.
Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in 2025
Following today’s stock market holiday for Ambedkar Jayanti, the next stock market holiday will be on April 18, observed for Good Friday. Investors should make note of the remaining trading holidays in 2025, which include:
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May 1 – Maharashtra Day
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August 15 – Independence Day
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August 27 – Ganesh Chaturthi
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October 2 – Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
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October 21 – Diwali (Laxmi Pujan)
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October 22 – Diwali Balipratipada
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November 5 – Prakash Gurpurb (Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji)
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December 25 – Christmas
There are a total of 14 stock market holidays in the 2025 calendar year.
