1996 Indian general election in Andhra Pradesh

The 1996 Indian general election in Andhra Pradesh was a significant political event, conducted as part of the 11th Lok Sabha elections, which took place between April 27 and May 4, 1996. In this election, Andhra Pradesh elected its representatives to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of India's Parliament. The Election Commission of India facilitated the electoral process, witnessing high voter turnout and robust campaigning by various political parties, prominently the Indian National Congress, Telugu Desam Party (TDP), and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The Congress, led by its state president, achieved a remarkable victory, securing a majority of the 42 seats allocated to Andhra Pradesh, while the TDP faced a significant decline in its influence. This election was pivotal in shaping the political landscape of the state and highlighted the shifting allegiances among the electorate.