In futures trading at the Multi Commodity Exchange, zinc for delivery in March surged Rs 1.25, or 0.80 per cent, to Rs 119.50 per kg, in a business turnover of 1,019 lots.
Also, metal for delivery in April contracts gained 95 paise, or 0.80 per cent, to Rs 120.20 per kg with a business volume of 28 lots.
According to marketmen, a firming trend in the base metal pack in yesterday's trading at the London Metal Exchange (LME) and uptick in demand at domestic spot markets from consuming industries supported the upside.