Samvat 2082 Begins: Muhurat Trading 2025 Scheduled for October 21, Afternoon Session Confirmed

Muhurat Trading 2025: Diwali’s Auspicious Market Hour Returns

India’s stock markets are set to host the annual Muhurat Trading session on October 21, 2025, commemorating the beginning of the Hindu financial year Samvat 2082. This symbolic one-hour window, steeped in tradition and optimism, is considered a sacred time for investors to make their first trades of the year.

Key details and highlights:

- Date and Time  
  Muhurat Trading will take place on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 1:45 PM to 2:45 PM. A pre-opening session will be held from 1:30 PM to 1:45 PM.

- Afternoon Shift  
  For the first time in decades, the session moves from its usual evening slot to the afternoon, reflecting operational adjustments by NSE and BSE.

- Market Segments  
  Trading will be permitted across equities, futures and options, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, and securities lending and borrowing (SLB).

- Settlement and Modifications  
  Trade modifications will be allowed until 2:55 PM. Settlement rules will follow standard procedures, ensuring smooth execution and clearance.

- Cultural Significance  
  The term “Muhurat” refers to an auspicious time in Hindu tradition. The session coincides with Diwali’s Laxmi Pujan, symbolizing prosperity, wealth, and new beginnings.

- Historical Performance  
  Data shows that the Sensex has closed higher in 14 of the last 18 Muhurat sessions, reinforcing investor faith in this ritualistic start.

- Investor Sentiment  
  Market participants often view Muhurat Trading as a time to invest in blue-chip stocks and long-term growth picks. Popular choices this year include HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries, and Infosys.

- Market Closure  
  Regular trading will be closed on October 21 for Diwali and on October 22 for Balipratipada. Full trading resumes on October 23.

As Samvat 2082 begins, Muhurat Trading offers a blend of tradition and strategy, inviting investors to start the year with optimism and discipline.

Sources: Times Now, MSN, NewsX, Business Standard, Economic Times, TradingQnA