1998 Indian general election in Haryana

The 1998 Indian general elections in Haryana were held in the context of the 12th Lok Sabha elections, taking place from February 16 to March 26, 1998. This election was significant in shaping the political landscape of the state, as it was marked by intense competition among various political parties, notably the Indian National Congress, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and regional parties like the Haryana Janhit Congress. The elections resulted in the BJP winning a majority of the parliamentary seats from Haryana, leading to the formation of a BJP-led government in the state. Voter turnout was approximately 53%, reflecting the growing political engagement among the electorate. The election results had lasting implications for state politics and party dynamics in subsequent years.