Former Jharkhand CM and JMM founder Shibu Soren passed away at 81 in Delhi after prolonged illness. Known as ‘Dishom Guru,’ he was on life support for a month due to kidney issues and a recent stroke. His son, CM Hemant Soren, confirmed the news. Soren was a pivotal figure in Jharkhand politics with over four decades of public service.

Stephen Marandi, a senior member of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), was appointed Protem Speaker following Hemant Soren’s swearing-in as chief minister on November 28. Following Marandi’s oath, the remaining ministers took their oaths