Former Jharkhand Chief Minister and JMM founder Shibu Soren died at Gangaram Hospital in Delhi. Soren, 81, was ill for a long time. His death is believed to be the end of an era in the politics of Jharkhand.
Jmm founder shibu soren death: An era came to an end in the politics of Jharkhand. Shibu Soren, the founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and three -time state Chief Minister, died today at the age of 81 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi. He was hospitalized for the last one month and was suffering from serious illness. As soon as the news of his death spread, a wave of mourning ran throughout the state.
Who was Shibu Soren and why were he called ‘Guruji’ of Jharkhand?
Shibu Soren was known as ‘Guruji’ throughout Jharkhand. He not only established a political party, but also dedicated his entire life to protect tribal interests. He founded the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) in 1972, which later became an organization to play a major role in giving Jharkhand a separate state status.
Was his political journey always easy?
No way. Shibu Soren’s political life was full of struggles. He has been MPs of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha many times, also became Union Coal Minister, but controversies also did not give up his pursuit. In 2006, he was convicted in a criminal case, although he was later acquitted by the High Court.
What will affect JMM and politics of JMM and Jharkhand with the death of Shibu Soren?
Shibu Soren’s political legacy is now on the shoulders of his son Hemant Soren, who is currently the Chief Minister of Jharkhand. However, it has to be seen what effect the JMM party has on the unity, policy and public support after his death. Will Hemant be able to pursue the party with the same strength as Guruji showed?
Will zero be born in tribal society?
Shibu Soren was one of the most influential faces of the tribal society. His departure has led to a big leadership emptiness in tribal politics. Now it has to be seen how the next generation fills this void. Shibu Soren’s death is not only reported by one leader, this is the end of a political age. His life journey will be inspiration for generations to come-a live example of struggle, service and leadership.