1957 Bombay Legislative Assembly election

The 1957 Bombay Legislative Assembly election was held on March 2, 1957, to elect members of the 2nd Legislative Assembly of the Bombay State in India. This election was crucial as it followed the first assembly polls of 1952 and occurred within the context of post-independence political reorganization in the region. The Indian National Congress (INC) emerged as the dominant party, further consolidating its power in the state. The election was marked by considerable political activity and the emergence of new parties, reflecting the evolving political landscape of Maharashtra. The assembly comprised 288 seats, and voter turnout was notably high, reflecting the electorate's engagement in the democratic process.