When questioned about his absence, Hemant Soren responded, "I reside in your hearts," during an interaction with reporters. The Jharkhand Chief Minister was addressing the media at Bapu Vatika, where he had gone to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary. Expressing commitment to follow the ideals of the Father of the Nation, Soren emphasised the pride of having such inspirational figures born among them, guiding their paths.