After staking a claim to form the JMM government in Jharkhand, JMM’s working president Hemant Soren made a statement, saying, “CM (Champai Soren) has told you everything. We will tell you everything in detail. We have followed all procedures.” After submitting his resignation to the Governor, Jharkhand’s outgoing CM Champai Soren said, “A few days ago, I was made Chief Minister and given the responsibility of the state. But now the situation has changed, and with the return of Hemant Soren, our coalition has decided and chosen Hemant Soren as our leader. Hence, I am resigning from the position of Chief Minister.”

Hemant Soren was released from jail on June 28 after nearly five months. The High Court granted him bail in a money laundering case related to an alleged land scam. Before his arrest on January 31, he had resigned from the CM position. Hemant Soren is accused of illegally acquiring 8.86 acres of land worth over ₹31 crores. Immediately after his resignation as Chief Minister, he was arrested by the ED on January 31 in connection with the alleged land scam. Hemant Soren’s return marks a significant turning point in Jharkhand’s politics. He has previously served as Chief Minister and has significantly contributed to the state’s development. His return has brought happiness to party workers and supporters, who hope that he will once again work for the state’s betterment.

This political development increases the likelihood of a new government being formed in Jharkhand. Under Hemant Soren’s leadership, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and its allied parties are preparing to form a new government in the state. Citizens of the state also hope that this new leadership will take positive steps for the state’s development and prosperity.

By Neelam Singh.

The ruling coalition, comprising JMM, Congress, RJD, and CPI (ML), is yet to prove its majority in the 81-member Jharkhand Assembly. The JMM has 29 seats, Congress holds 17, while the RJD and CPI (ML) each have one seat. With the support of 43 MLAs, the coalition aims to secure victory in the floor test.

To prevent possible poaching attempts by the BJP, the ruling coalition MLAs were relocated to Congress-governed Telangana. Expressing confidence in winning the trust vote, coalition MLAs returned to Ranchi from Hyderabad on Sunday evening. In preparation for the special Assembly session, Section 144 of the CrPC has been imposed within a 100-meter radius of the assembly building from 8.00 am on Monday until 10.00 pm on Tuesday, according to an official order.

Amidst the political turmoil, Jharkhand Governor CP Radhakrishnan emphasized the unbiased completion of duties, stating that every democratic norm has been strictly followed. Responding to protests by ruling MLAs during his address, the Governor urged maturity, pointing out that the address had been prepared by the ruling party.

Dispute Over Allegations , Hemant Soren’s lawyer, Kapil Sibal, denies any connection between his client and Bhanu Pratap Prasad, implicated in the case. The ED contends that chat records from Prasad’s phone suggest Hemant Soren received illicit benefits from land acquisition. Whereas , According to the ED, Bhanu Pratap Prasad verified some parcels of land that were allegedly illegally acquired by Hemant Soren, adding complexity to the unfolding political and legal drama in Jharkhand.