The performance of benchmark indices during Samvat 2082 remained in negative territory despite a sharp recovery towards the end of the period. The BSE Sensex declined 3,398.32 points, or 4%, over the Samvat year, while the NSE Nifty lost 838.25 points, or 3.24%. The losses came despite a strong final stretch, with both benchmarks recording substantial gains over seven consecutive trading sessions. The Sensex surged 7,781.99 points, or 10.62%, during this winning run, while the Nifty advanced 2,331.5 points, or 10.27%. On the final trading session of Samvat 2082, the Sensex had rallied 1,718.01 points, or 2.17%, to close at 81,028.02. The Nifty gained 493.75 points, or 2.01%, to settle at 25,030.35.