1999 Maharashtra Legislative Assembly election

The 1999 Maharashtra Legislative Assembly election was held in Maharashtra, India, from October 25 to October 29, 1999. This election was conducted to elect the 288 members of the 10th Legislative Assembly of Maharashtra. It was a significant political event in the state, occurring after the dissolution of the previous assembly in February 1999. Major political parties participating included the Indian National Congress, the Shiv Sena, and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), among others. The election was marked by a high voter turnout and intense campaigning, particularly in urban centers. The results led to the formation of a coalition government between the Shiv Sena and the BJP, with the alliance securing a majority, thereby shaping the political landscape of Maharashtra for the subsequent years.