Legacy of a Leader: Shibu Soren's Impact on Jharkhand

Shibu Soren, founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and key figure in Jharkhand politics, passed away at 81. He was being treated for kidney-related issues in Delhi. His son, current Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, mourned his father's passing, highlighting his profound influence and legacy on state politics.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Ranchi | Updated: 04-08-2025 10:10 IST | Created: 04-08-2025 10:10 IST
Legacy of a Leader: Shibu Soren's Impact on Jharkhand
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Shibu Soren, the esteemed founder of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), has passed away at the age of 81. His son, Hemant Soren, who is the Chief Minister of Jharkhand, announced the news of his father's demise on Monday.

Soren had been receiving treatment for kidney-related ailments at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi for over a month. His condition was closely monitored by medical professionals at the hospital, where he was continuously treated.

While expressing his grief, Hemant Soren referred to his father as 'Respected Dishom Guruji' and sorrowfully mentioned feeling completely lost, or 'shunya', following the loss. Shibu Soren's leadership of the JMM spanned nearly four decades, during which he played a pivotal role in the political landscape of Jharkhand.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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