Jharkhand Mourns Shibu Soren: A Giant Falls
Jharkhand’s political landscape is shrouded in grief following the demise of veteran leader and JMM co-founder, Shibu Soren, at the age of 81 on August 5, 2025. His passing marks the end of an era for the state’s political dynamics.
Soren’s final journey will be marked with full state honours in his native Nemra. Prominent national leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee, are expected to pay their last respects.
As a mark of respect, the Jharkhand government has declared three days of state mourning. The state assembly has been adjourned, suspending legislative proceedings.
The loss of Shibu Soren is deeply felt across Jharkhand. His legacy, encompassing both his political achievements and his unique brand of leadership, will undoubtedly shape the state’s political discourse for years to come, leaving a void difficult to fill. The upcoming political realignments in the state will be keenly observed in the wake of this significant loss.
