2014 Indian general election in Madhya Pradesh
2014 Indian general election in Madhya Pradesh
The 2014 Indian general elections held in Madhya Pradesh were a significant political event, part of the 16th Lok Sabha elections conducted across India from April 7 to May 12, 2014. Madhya Pradesh, a central Indian state, played a crucial role due to its political landscape dominated by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which sought to retain power amid a backdrop of socio-economic development under Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The state had 29 parliamentary constituencies, with the election featuring a high voter turnout of approximately 70%, reflecting robust electoral engagement. The BJP emerged victorious, winning 27 out of 29 seats, reinforcing its dominance and contributing to its overall success in forming the central government. This election underscored the shifting dynamics of Indian politics, particularly in the context of regional governance and national policy directions.