1983 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election

The 1983 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election was held on February 28, 1983, to elect the members of the 7th Legislative Assembly of Andhra Pradesh, India. This election was significant as it marked the return of the Indian National Congress (INC) to power under the leadership of Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR), a popular film actor turned politician. NTR founded the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in 1982, advocating for the interests of Telugu people and promising welfare programs. The election was characterized by a high voter turnout and intense campaigning, with NTR's charisma playing a crucial role in the TDP's sweeping victory, where it secured a majority with 202 out of 294 seats, fundamentally reshaping Andhra Pradesh's political landscape.