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.
Champai Soren sworn in as 12th Jharkhand CM thehindu.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thehindu.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
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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