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Is the Indian Stock Market Closed or Open on Wednesday?
The festive lights are still shimmering and the crackers have just about gone off – but when it comes to the stock market, there’s no trading bell for now. If you’re wondering whether the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) are open on Wednesday, 22 October 2025 – the answer is a clear no.
Why the Stock Market is Closed on Wednesday, 22 Oct 2025
This year’s festive calendar for the markets is following tradition. Exchanges such as BSE and NSE have officially declared the day as a trading holiday on account of Balipratipada (also called Bali Pratipada), which is part of the extended Diwali celebrations. According to the trading-holiday list published by NSE, 22 Oct 2025 is flagged as “Closed” for equities.
In simple terms: If you were planning to trade on Wednesday, you’ll have to wait until normal sessions resume.
What Happened on the Previous Day? The Muhurat Trading Update
A quick rewind to Tuesday, 21 October: while normal trading was not on, the exchanges held a special one-hour session called Muhurat Trading, from 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm.
Why is this important? Well, it sets the tone for the new Hindu financial year (Samvat 2082), bringing in a sense of optimism. The fact that the indices closed higher during this window (for example: Nifty 50 closed at ~25,868.6) shows how festive sentiment and market mood synced up.
So yes, the break isn’t simply for a holiday – it comes after a symbolic session that many investors take as a positive signal.
What It Means for Investors & Traders
For Short-Term Traders
No trading on Wednesday means:
- No morning or afternoon session in equities.
- F&O, currency segments also remain shut as per bulletin.
- Any intraday or F&O positions from prior days need to be monitored carefully because settlement may get affected.
For Medium & Long-Term Investors
While you may be on holiday mode, you can still:
- Check your portfolio and earmark any re-balancing you want to do when markets open.
- Reflect on strategy: The festive backdrop often nudges markets upward, but it’s no guarantee.
- Use the closed-day to catch up on research without missing trade action.
For Banking & Other Related Services
Since the stock market holiday falls the same day as many bank holidays in states across India, customer service, fund transfers and back-office functions may experience delays.
Big Picture – October 2025 and Market Holiday Trend
This month is particularly interesting for two reasons:
- There are three market holidays in October. Besides 22 Oct, there were earlier ones: 2 October (Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra) and 21 October.
- According to The Economic Times & My Analysis After this stretch, there are only two more weekday market holidays in 2025: 5 November (Guru Nanak Jayanti) and 25 December (Christmas).
From a trend perspective, markets often rise into and just after holidays, as traders tune in festive optimism. Indeed, right before the break, the Nifty and Sensex were on a multi-day winning streak.
My Take – Why This Closure Matters Beyond Just a Holiday
Having watched the market calendar every year, I feel this break does more than give traders a day off. It serves as a buffer – a moment where market noise quiets down, and the fundamentals re-assert. You often see a kind of reset: fresh money flows after the festive break, and investor moods are a little lighter, more hopeful.
In practical terms: if you’re sitting on buy decisions, this is not a “lost day” – it’s a “paused day”. Use it to plan rather than function. And if you’re in active trading mode, treat it as a day to check risk controls, refresh watch-lists, and get ready for Tuesday’s re-start.
Conclusion
So yes – to answer the headline: the Indian stock market is closed on Wednesday, 22 October 2025, on account of Diwali Balipratipada. Traders and investors alike should note this pause and plan accordingly.
On a personal note: I actually enjoy these quieter days in the market calendar. They remind me that behind the charts and volumes lie human rhythms – festivals, traditions, breaks – and that even markets pause to reflect. Use this time wisely, rest if you can, and come back refreshed.
Here’s wishing you a peaceful festive break and a fruitful return when the bells ring again.
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Source : The Economic Times & Mint - Stock Market Holidays 2025
✍️ Written by Nikhil Singh
Market & IPO Analyst | Business News Writer | Tech-Auto Observer
Nikhil has been tracking Indian IPOs, consumer brands, tech & automobile overview and financial trends since 2019. His writing style blends market insight with a relatable human voice — making complex data simple for everyday investors.
