Outlook Business Desk
Trading on both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) will be suspended on Thursday, May 1, 2025 as markets across India observe Maharashtra Day, marking the state’s formation in 1960.
All trading segments, including equities, equity derivatives, currency derivatives and securities lending and borrowing (SLB) will remain closed for the entire day in observance of Maharashtra Day.
Maharashtra Day coincides with Labour Day, observed on May 1, 2025, to honor workers' contributions. Due to this, stock markets will remain closed for the day.
The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will be closed for the morning session but will reopen for the evening session.
Trading will resume on Friday, May 2, 2025 after the one-day market holiday.
MCX will operate from 5:00 pm to 11:30 pm on May 1, 2025 for commodity trading as reported by Economic Times.
The stock market remains closed on Maharashtra Divas 2025, commemorating the state's formation, marked with official events, cultural programs, and parades, particularly in Mumbai.