Indian stock market participants, especially those trading in Futures & Options (F&O), need to brace for a truncated trading calendar as the National Stock Exchange (NSE) will remain shut on 7 out of the next 12 days due to a combination of holidays and weekends.
Between April 9 and April 20, the markets will operate for only 5 working days, making it crucial for traders to strategically plan positions, especially those with expiry or margin-related implications.
NSE Trading Calendar (April 9–20, 2025):
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April 9: ✅ Open
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April 10: ❌ Closed – Mahavir Jayanti
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April 11: ✅ Open
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April 12: ❌ Closed – Saturday
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April 13: ❌ Closed – Sunday
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April 14: ❌ Closed – Ambedkar Jayanti
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April 15: ✅ Open
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April 16: ✅ Open
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April 17 : ✅ Open
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April 18: ❌ Closed – Good Friday
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April 19: ❌ Closed – Saturday
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April 20: ❌ Closed – Sunday
What traders should keep in mind:
With limited trading sessions:
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Rollovers and option strategies need timely adjustments.
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Liquidity and volatility may rise in the few working sessions.
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Corporate action deadlines must be reviewed in advance.
This holiday-heavy stretch calls for tight risk management, early exits if needed, and being cautious with leveraged trades in the F&O segment.
