1954 Duggirala by-election

The 1954 Duggirala by-election was a pivotal electoral event held on 21 April 1954 in the Duggirala constituency of Andhra Pradesh, India. The by-election was necessitated by the vacancy created following the resignation of the incumbent Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the Indian National Congress, K. V. Ranga Reddy. The election saw a contest primarily between candidates from the Indian National Congress and the Communist Party of India, reflecting the political dynamics of the post-independence era. The results of the by-election were significant as they not only influenced local governance but also provided insight into the shifting political landscape of the region during the early years of Indian democracy. The election was marked by high voter turnout and engagement, underscoring the importance of regional issues in national politics.