Legacy of Shibu Soren as JMM chief and role in national politics
Late politician and former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren led the JMM for 38 years until April 2025, when he became the party’s founding patron. His son, Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, succeeded him as party chief. Under their guidance, the JMM became a key player in the opposition INDIA bloc, cementing his enduring influence in both regional and national politics.