After being granted bail by the Jharkhand High Court in a money laundering case, Mamata Banerjee took to Twitter to express her happiness and welcome back Hemant Soren. The former Chief Minister of Jharkhand was arrested from the Ranchi Raj Bhavan and had resigned from his post in January 2024. Sweets were also distributed in Ranchi to celebrate his return after being granted bail.
Hemant Soren Granted Bail in Money Laundering Case: Mamata Banerjee Welcomes Back Former Jharkhand CM
Background
Hemant Soren, who served as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand from 2019 to 2024, was arrested on July 19, 2023, by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case. The probe agency accused Soren of allegedly acquiring shell companies and providing illegal mining contracts to these firms in return for kickbacks.
On January 20, 2024, Soren resigned from his post as Chief Minister, citing moral grounds. He spent over five months in judicial custody before being granted bail by a Jharkhand High Court special court on February 27, 2024.
Mamata Banerjee's Reaction
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took to Twitter to express her joy at Soren's release. She welcomed him back and said that his return would strengthen the fight for "federalism, justice, and the rights of the people."
Celebrations in Ranchi
Supporters of Hemant Soren celebrated his return to Ranchi by distributing sweets. They also raised slogans and expressed their happiness over his release.
Top 5 FAQs
What are the charges against Hemant Soren? The ED has accused Soren of money laundering and illegal mining contracts.
When was Soren arrested? Soren was arrested on July 19, 2023.
When was Soren granted bail? Soren was granted bail by the Jharkhand High Court on February 27, 2024.
Who is Mamata Banerjee? Mamata Banerjee is the Chief Minister of West Bengal and a prominent TMC leader.
Why did Soren resign as Chief Minister? Soren resigned on moral grounds after the ED arrested him in the money laundering case.
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