1996 Rajya Sabha elections

The 1996 Rajya Sabha elections in India were held to fill 40 seats in the upper house of Parliament, with polling taking place on June 29, 1996. These elections were significant as they occurred during a politically tumultuous period following the 1996 general elections, which resulted in a fragmented Lok Sabha. The elections were marked by an array of political parties, including the Indian National Congress, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and regional parties, vying for influence. The outcomes were pivotal in shaping alliances and political strategies at the national level. The elections showcased the dynamics of Indian politics, reflecting both the coalition-building trends and the regional aspirations that characterized the Indian parliamentary system in the mid-1990s.