2002 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election

The 2002 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election was held in the Indian state of Gujarat from December 12 to December 20, 2002, to elect the 182 members of the state's Legislative Assembly. The election took place against a backdrop of communal tensions following the 2002 Gujarat riots, which had a significant impact on the political landscape. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Chief Minister Narendra Modi, sought to consolidate power amidst criticisms regarding its handling of the riots. The Congress Party, as the principal opposition, aimed to capitalize on the prevailing discontent. The election resulted in a decisive victory for the BJP, which secured 127 seats, allowing Modi to continue his premiership and significantly alter the state's political dynamics.