1969 Punjab Legislative Assembly election

The 1969 Punjab Legislative Assembly election was held in the Indian state of Punjab to elect its representatives to the Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly). Conducted on March 28, 1969, this election marked a significant moment in Punjab's political landscape, occurring shortly after the state was bifurcated from Haryana in 1966, amidst rising regional tensions and demands for greater autonomy. The Indian National Congress, led by Chief Minister Giani Gurmukh Singh Musafir, contested against an emerging coalition of regional parties, including the Shiromani Akali Dal. The election resulted in a hung assembly, leading to a complex political scenario characterized by coalition-building and intense negotiations, ultimately reshaping the state's political dynamics for years to come.