Cricket and Tributes: A Farewell to Jharkhand's Guiding Leader
Saurabh Tiwary, former cricketer and JSCA Secretary, mourned the passing of ex-Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren, lauding his role in the state's cricket growth. Prime Minister Modi and others also paid their respects, acknowledging Soren's dedication to tribal empowerment. The state declared a three-day mourning period.
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Saurabh Tiwary, ex-India cricketer and current Secretary of the Jharkhand State Cricket Association, expressed deep sorrow at the death of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren, who passed away at 81 in New Delhi following a prolonged illness. Tiwary credited Soren with significant contributions to Jharkhand's cricket infrastructure.
The JSCA Stadium stands as a testament to Soren's efforts, Tiwary remarked, underscoring the late leader's impact on the state's cricketing evolution. Tiwary, who hails from Jharkhand and had a distinguished career in the IPL, likened Soren's passing to losing a paternal figure.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined in the mourning, visiting Sir Ganga Ram Hospital to pay his respects. He praised Soren as a grassroots leader devoted to empowering tribal and disadvantaged communities and offered condolences to Soren's family and followers.
As a mark of respect, Jharkhand has announced a three-day state mourning period. The news of Soren's death has rippled through the state, leaving a legacy of leadership and developmental strides in its wake.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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