1946 French India municipal election

The 1946 French India municipal elections were held on March 31, 1946, across various municipalities in the French colonial territories of Pondicherry, Karaikal, Yanam, Mahe, and Chandernagore. This electoral exercise represented a significant political development within French India, as it marked the first municipal elections after World War II and the granting of limited suffrage. The election aimed to establish local governing bodies and allowed for broader participation of residents in municipal governance. The elections were contested by various political parties, reflecting the emerging nationalist sentiments and aspirations for independence. The results contributed to the evolving political landscape in French India leading up to its eventual decolonization.