2004 Karnataka Legislative Assembly election

The 2004 Karnataka Legislative Assembly election was held on May 10, 2004, to elect members of the 13th Legislative Assembly of Karnataka, India. This election was significant as it marked the return to power of the Indian National Congress (INC) after a period of coalition government led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Janata Dal (United). The election witnessed a voter turnout of approximately 65%, reflecting a robust engagement from the electorate. The Congress party, under the leadership of Siddaramaiah and the coordination of then-Congress President Sonia Gandhi, secured a decisive victory, winning 113 out of 224 seats. The BJP emerged as the main opposition with 78 seats, while the Janata Dal (Secular) won 58 seats, highlighting the evolving political landscape of Karnataka.