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MLC Elections Held in 6 States

MLC elections for Upper House, 6 states affected

Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Thu, 29 October 2026 at 04:55 pm

The Legislative Council, or Upper House, of a State legislature holds MLC elections. This council exists in only six of the 28 States in India.

These six states are Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.

The MLC elections are a significant event in the political landscape of these states.

Frequently asked questions

What is the MLC election for?

The MLC election is for the Legislative Council, the Upper House of a State legislature.

In which states are MLC elections held?

MLC elections are held in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.

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