In 2024, stock markets in India will observe several holidays, primarily on national festivals and significant regional celebrations. The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE), India’s primary stock exchanges, will be closed on these key dates. Here is a list of major market holidays in 2024:

1. **January 26** – **Republic Day**  

2. **March 8** – **Mahashivratri**

3. **March 25** – **Holi**

4. **March 29** – **Good Friday**

5. **April 10** – **Ugadi / Gudi Padwa**

6. **April 14** – **Ram Navami**

7. **April 17** – **Mahavir Jayanti**

8. **May 1** – **Maharashtra Day**

9. **June 17** – **Bakri Id**

10. **August 15** – **Independence Day**

11. **September 5** – **Ganesh Chaturthi**

12. **October 2** – **Gandhi Jayanti**

13. **October 11** – **Dussehra**

14. **November 1** – **Diwali / Lakshmi Pujan (Evening Muhurat Trading)**

15. **November 2** – **Diwali Balipratipada**

16. **November 15** – **Guru Nanak Jayanti**

17. **December 25** – **Christmas**

In addition to these holidays, **Muhurat Trading** will take place on **November 1**, marking the auspicious start of the Hindu New Year (Samvat 2081) on Diwali. During Muhurat Trading, markets open for a short period in the evening, a tradition considered to bring wealth and prosperity.

Investors should note these dates as markets will remain closed for trading on these days, affecting transaction timings and settlement schedules. It's also advisable to check with brokerage firms, as regional holidays may lead to additional variations in operational hours.