Wed Oct 02 07:56:34 UTC 2024: ## Indian Stock Markets to Observe Holiday on Gandhi Jayanti, Diwali and More

**New Delhi, [Date]** – The Indian stock markets, including the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE), will be closed on **October 2nd** in observance of **Gandhi Jayanti**, a national holiday honoring the birth of Mahatma Gandhi. All segments, including equity, derivatives, and SLB, will be closed during the day. Trading will resume on **October 3rd**.

This year, the stock markets will observe a total of **16 annual holidays**, one more than last year. Apart from Gandhi Jayanti, other holidays include:

* **Diwali (November 1, 2024):** The morning session will be closed, with a special **”Muhurat Trading” session** scheduled for the evening. Exact timings for this session will be announced later.
* **Guru Nanak Jayanti (November 15, 2024):** The morning session will be closed.
* **Christmas (December 25, 2024):** Both sessions will be closed.

It is important for investors to note these holidays to plan their trading activities accordingly.

Meanwhile, **Chinese stock markets** will be closed for a week-long holiday from **October 1st to 7th** in celebration of China National Day. **Hong Kong’s market** will also be closed on **October 1st**.

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