1978 Mizoram Legislative Assembly election

The 1978 Mizoram Legislative Assembly election was a significant political event held in the Union Territory of Mizoram, India, on December 3, 1978. This election marked the first assembly polls post-Mizoram's transition from a district of Assam to a Union Territory in 1972. The election aimed to establish a legislative assembly to provide a platform for local governance and political representation. The Indian National Congress, despite setbacks in previous elections, emerged as the dominant party, while the Mizo National Front, which advocated for greater autonomy, gained substantial support. The electoral outcomes were pivotal in shaping the political landscape of Mizoram, setting the stage for future developments in the region's governance and political discourse.