In a major political development, former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Ranchi on Friday. The 67-year-old tribal leader was welcomed by union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Soren's decision to switch parties comes after meeting with union home minister Amit Shah and resigning from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) party. Chouhan welcomed Soren as the "Tiger of Jharkhand" and promised to form the government in Jharkhand with his support.
Championing his move to join the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday, former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren accused JMM of deviating from its principles and forcing him to leave the party. Soren's son Babulal also defended his father's decision, stating that JMM failed to give them respect. This political shift comes after Champai resigned as an MLA and minister, citing JMM's "present style of functioning and policies".
Ramdas Soren, the Ghatshila MLA, was sworn in as a minister in the state cabinet of Hemant Soren government in Jharkhand, replacing former chief minister Champai Soren. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar in the presence of Chief Minister Hemant Soren and other senior leaders. Ramdas Soren's induction into the cabinet came after Champai Soren resigned as a minister and MLA earlier this week, citing issues with the state government's functioning and policies.
Amidst political turmoil in Jharkhand, Chief Minister Hemant Soren has appointed Ramdas Soren as the new minister, replacing Champai Soren who recently resigned. The ceremony for Ramdas Soren's appointment took place today, signifying a significant change in the state's political landscape. As the government adapts to this new leadership, stay updated with ABP News for the latest developments in Jharkhand.
Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren has announced his resignation from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and is set to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday, August 29. His defection has sparked controversy and allegations of 'Operation Lotus', but Soren maintains that his decision was made after much consideration and with the intention to protect the tribal community from within the BJP. His son, Babulal Soren, also supports this move, citing lack of respect from JMM and a warm welcome from the BJP.
Former Jharkhand chief minister and tribal leader Champai Soren is set to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) without any conditions, making a significant move that could sway the upcoming Jharkhand elections in the party's favor. The BJP sees this as a major boost and is hopeful that Soren's popularity and influence will bring in support from other tribal leaders and voters. This move also highlights the BJP's strategy of strengthening its hold in the state before the elections.
Congress MP Tariq Anwar has condemned the BJP for trying to gain political mileage from the recent rape and murder case of a postgraduate trainee doctor in Kolkata. He criticized BJP President J.P. Nadda for calling the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal as "anti-women, anti-youth, and anti-democracy" and accused him of trying to use former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren for political gain in the upcoming Assembly polls. Anwar also urged the central government to quickly nab the culprits in the case under the CBI's jurisdiction.
In the midst of speculation about a possible switch to the BJP, former Jharkhand Chief Minister and JMM leader Champai Soren dismissed rumors and affirmed his commitment to his current party. His denial was supported by BJP leader and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who confirmed that they have not been in contact with anyone from the JMM. Soren is currently serving as the water resources minister in Jharkhand, and previously held the position of Chief Minister before resigning in July.
Hemant Soren, Executive President of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand for the third time on Thursday at a ceremony attended by top political leaders. This comes after Soren was granted bail in a money laundering case, just seven days after his arrest. This political development marks an end to the five-month-long tenure of outgoing Chief Minister Champai Soren.
Jharkhand's Chief Minister Champai Soren has resigned, paving the way for his son Hemant Soren to return to the position of Chief Minister. Hemant Soren, who had previously served as CM for two terms, was unanimously elected leader of the ruling alliance's legislators at a meeting where he was released on bail after being jailed for five months on a money laundering charge. The move has been criticized by opposition spokesperson Vinay Singh, who accused of dynastic politics, but alliance leaders state that the move is for a unified command ahead of the upcoming State elections in October.