Stock Market Closed Today For Shri Mahavir Jayanti

Investors and traders will not see any activity in the equity markets today as both major exchanges observe a holiday. This marks the first of two scheduled market holidays this week, with Good Friday on April 3 also set to halt trading.  

Reason For Closure  
The closure is due to Shri Mahavir Jayanti, a significant religious festival. As a result, all equity-related trading and settlement activities are paused for the day, ensuring compliance with the official holiday calendar.  

Commodity Market Status  
The Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX) has announced a partial closure. The morning session remains shut, but the evening session from 5:00 PM onward will operate, allowing limited commodity trading.  

Upcoming Holiday  
Markets will also remain closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, for Good Friday. This creates a shortened trading week with only three active sessions, impacting weekly trading volumes.  

Key Highlights 

• NSE and BSE closed on March 31 for Shri Mahavir Jayanti  
• Equity, derivatives, and SLB segments suspended  
• MCX morning session closed, evening session open  
• Markets will also shut on April 3 for Good Friday  
• Only three trading sessions this week  

Sources: Economic Times, Business Standard, Moneycontrol