The 23,780-23,800 range will serve as critical resistance for the index. On the downside, the 50-weekly simple moving average (WSMA) is placed near 23,300, which will provide short-term support for the index. Overall, the short-term trend is down till index remains below 23,800, said Hrishikesh Yedve of Asit C Mehta Investment Interrmediates.
