India’s Stock Market Holidays for 2024

1. Monday, January 22, 2024, is a special holiday: Unique Holiday: This unique holiday can be honoured for several reasons, including local festivals or official orders from the government, and is not connected to any particular cultural or religious event. Since it’s a Monday, many people could be able to enjoy an extended weekend.Vacations:
2. Republic Day is observed on Friday, January 26, 2024. It honours the passage of the Indian Constitution and the day on which the Republic of India was founded, January 26, 1950. Across the nation, large parades and cultural events are held to commemorate it.
3. Friday, March 8, 2024 – Mahashivratri: Hindus celebrate Mahashivratri, often called the “Great Night of Shiva,” in honour of Lord Shiva. In order to ask for blessings for their prosperity and well-being, devotees observe fasts and carry out rituals.
4. Monday, March 25, 2024 – Holi: The triumph of virtue over evil and the entrance of spring are heralded by Holi, the festival of colors. People dance, eat celebratory foods, and sprinkle coloured powders on one another as they rejoice.
5. Good Friday, March 29, 2024 (Friday): Good Friday honours Jesus Christ’s death at Calvary and his crucifixion. Christians throughout observe it somberly and in prayer.
6. Thursday, April 11, 2024 – Id-Ul-Fitr, or Ramadan Eid: The Islamic holy month of Ramadan comes to a conclusion on Id-Ul-Fitr, also called Ramadan Eid or Eid al-Fitr. Muslims commemorate with feasts, prayers, and almsgiving.
7. Wednesday, April 17, 2024 – Shri Ram Navami: Ram Navami honours the birth of Lord Rama, the main character in the epic Ramayana and a significant Hindu god. On this auspicious day, devotees visit temples, hold fasts, and recite scripture.
8. Maharashtra Day is observed on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. It honours the establishment of the state of Maharashtra in western India on May 1, 1960. Parades and cultural activities are held in honour of it, especially in Mumbai, the state capital.
9. Monday, June 17, 2024 – Bakri Id: Also called Eid al-Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice, Bakri Id commemorates Abraham’s (Ibrahim’s) willingness to sacrifice his son to please God. Muslims observe this day with prayers, group meals, and animal sacrifices.
10. Moharram, Wednesday, July 17, 2024: The first month of the Islamic lunar calendar is called Moharram, and it honours the martyrdom of Prophet Muhammad’s grandson Imam Hussain during the Battle of Karbala. Elegies are recited, and mourning processions are held in its honour.
11. Thursday, August 15, 2024, Independence Day: India’s independence from British domination on August 15, 1947, is celebrated on Independence Day. Across the nation, patriotic speeches, flag-raising ceremonies, and cultural events are held to commemorate the day.
12. Wednesday, October 2, 2024- Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of the Indian independence movement and an advocate of nonviolent civil disobedience, is honoured on Jayanti, the anniversary of his birth. Celebrations in the community, prayer services, and tributes are held to honour it.
13. Friday, November 1, 2024 – Diwali Puja with Laxmi: The Festival of Lights, or Diwali, commemorates the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. One of the biggest Hindu holidays, it is celebrated with lamp lighting, fireworks, and get-togethers with family.
14. Gurunanak Jayanti is observed on Friday, November 15, 2024. It honours the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first Sikh Guru and the founder of Sikhism. Sikhs observe their holidays with prayers, parades, and volunteer work.
15. Wednesday, December 25, 2024 – Christmas: Christians all throughout the world celebrate Christmas, which honours the birth of Jesus Christ, with religious ceremonies, gift-giving, and colourful décor.

     Vacation Days That Fall on Saturday or Sunday:

1. First, on Sunday, April 14, 2024, Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti: Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, a well-known social reformer, jurist, and the man behind the Indian Constitution, is celebrated on his birthday on Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti. It is seen in various cultural, educational, and social programs.
2. Sunday, April 21, 2024: Shri Mahavir Jayanti: This celebration honours the birthdate of Lord Mahavir, the 24th and final Tirthankara (spiritual guide) in Jainism. Jains commemorate their holiday with prayers, parades, and charitable deeds.
3. Ganesh Chaturthi, September 7, 2024 (Saturday): Ganesh Chaturthi is the birth anniversary of the elephant-headed god of prosperity and wisdom, Lord Ganesha. It is widely observed with devotion, involving prayers, the installation of Ganesha idols, and cultural events.
4. Dussehra, on Saturday, October 12, 2024: Vijayadashami, another name for Dussehra, is a festival that honours Lord Rama’s victory over the demon king Ravana, signifying the victory of good over evil. Elaborate processions, theatrical reenactments, and the burning of effigies are features of the celebration.
5. November 2, 2024, Saturday: Diwali-Balipratipada, also called Govardhan Puja or Annakut, is observed the day following Diwali to honour Lord Krishna’s raising of Govardhan Hill to shield Vrindavan’s citizens from Lord Indra’s anger. Rituals, feasts, and the worship of bulls and cows mark the occasion.

There will be Muhurat trading. The Muhurat Trading Timings will be communicated later.
Any of the aforementioned holidays may be changed by the Exchange; in the event of such a change, a separate circular will be published beforehand.

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