Indian equity markets suffered a sharp reversal on Wednesday, with benchmark indices closing nearly 1% lower amid a broad-based selloff that swept across multiple sectors.
The BSE Sensex fell 715.06 points, signaling a decisive shift in sentiment after a period of relative stability.
The decline was not confined to a single industry, suggesting a wider risk-off move rather than sector-specific weakness.
The selling pressure particularly impacted heavyweight names that had been in focus for traders.
Shares of technology giant Infosys and energy major Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) were among the key stocks under scrutiny as the market slid.
IndiGo, the domestic airline, also faced headwinds in the session.