1977 Delhi Metropolitan Council election

The 1977 Delhi Metropolitan Council election was a pivotal electoral process held on May 15, 1977, to elect members to the newly established Delhi Metropolitan Council in India. This election was significant as it marked the first time elections were conducted for the council, which was created to enhance local governance and improve administrative efficiency in the national capital territory. The election took place against the backdrop of the Emergency period (1975–1977) and was characterized by the participation of multiple political parties, most notably the Janata Party, which emerged victorious. The council plays a crucial role in urban planning, development, and coordination between various local bodies, embodying a critical step in the evolution of democracy in Delhi.