2009 Jharkhand Legislative Assembly election
2009 Jharkhand Legislative Assembly election
The 2009 Jharkhand Legislative Assembly election, held from December 18 to December 23, 2009, was a pivotal electoral event in the Indian state of Jharkhand. This election aimed to fill all 81 seats in the Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha, following the dissolution of the assembly in 2009. It was characterized by a multi-party contest, primarily involving the Indian National Congress, Bharatiya Janata Party, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, and the Rashtriya Janata Dal, among others. The election witnessed a voter turnout of approximately 55%, reflecting significant public engagement. The results, announced on December 27, 2009, led to a hung assembly, with the Indian National Congress and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha emerging as key players in the formation of a coalition government.