1967 Mysore Legislative Assembly election

The 1967 Mysore Legislative Assembly election was a significant political event held in the Indian state of Mysore (now Karnataka) on March 18, 1967. This election was conducted to select members of the 6th Legislative Assembly of Mysore, following the dissolution of the previous assembly in February 1967. The election marked a crucial turning point in the state's political landscape, as it was characterized by a multi-party contest primarily between the Indian National Congress, the Janata Party, and other regional outfits. The Congress party, led by D. Devaraj Urs, faced stiff competition from the emerging Janata Party, which capitalized on growing anti-incumbency sentiments. The outcome significantly reshaped the political dynamics in Mysore, leading to a hung assembly and the eventual formation of a coalition government.