Soren started his electoral politics in 1995, winning the Saraikela Assembly seat as an Independent. He lost the seat to the BJP five years later but has won all four elections since. One of the reasons, according to his supporters, is he remains approachable, helping people in need.
Hemant Soren’s choice of veteran Champai Soren as his replacement, while made under duress, could help the JMM-alliance in an election year. Champai’s elevation is a departure from the usual script of family-run parties, but BJP will fancy its chances in the upcoming elections, or even sooner
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As the world makes merry on New Year’s Day, Adivasis from Jharkhand’s Kolhan region observe January 1 as a day of mourning and remembrance. Here is why.