Is the Stock Market Open on Makar Sankranti, January 14, 2025?

The Indian stock markets will remain open on Makar Sankranti, January 14, as it is not a recognised holiday, with trading continuing as normal. Meanwhile, the RBI has declared a bank holiday in some cities on the same day.

According to the official holiday calendar released by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India, Makar Sankranti will be a regular trading day for both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the NSE. As a result, the Sensex and Nifty 50 indices will continue to operate as usual.

The trading day will begin with the pre-open session at the usual time of 9:00 AM, followed by the regular market opening at 9:15 AM. The trading session will close at the fixed time of 3:30 PM, as is customary.

Why Do Stock Markets Remain Open on Makar Sankranti?

Makar Sankranti, Lohri, and Pongal are celebrated as part of the harvest season, bringing cheer to millions across India. While Lohri is marked with bonfires and folk songs in Punjab, Makar Sankranti in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand involves kite flying and feasting.

Although Makar Sankranti is a public holiday in several states and is observed by banks, the stock exchanges in India follow a different calendar.

The major stock indices, BSE and NSE, do not observe all public holidays or regional festivals. This year, Makar Sankranti does not fall under the official list of market holidays for 2025, so the stock markets will remain open and operate as usual.

Stock Market Holidays in 2025

In 2025, there will be 14 stock market holidays, according to the NSE holiday calendar. The first holiday will be on February 26, in celebration of Mahashivratri. Although Republic Day falls on January 26, it is a stock market holiday, but since it falls on a Sunday this year, the markets will be closed as usual.

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