1989 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election

The 1989 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election was held on 26 November 1989 to elect the members of the 8th Legislative Assembly of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. This election was notable for the significant political shifts and the rise of the Indian National Congress party, which was led by N. T. Rama Rao's Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in a fierce contest. The election was conducted in the backdrop of widespread political changes in India, including the weakening of the Congress party nationally following the decline of the Rajiv Gandhi government. The TDP emerged victorious, securing a majority, which facilitated N. T. Rama Rao's return as Chief Minister, marking a pivotal moment in Andhra Pradesh's political landscape. Voter turnout was recorded at approximately 70%.