Former Chief Minister Champai Soren Joins BJP, Promises Change in Jharkhand

Champai Soren arrives in Kharsawan, receives a warm welcome from BJP leaders and supporters.

Former Chief Minister Champai Soren arrived in Kharsawan on Wednesday, where BJP leaders and supporters welcomed him with enthusiasm.

KHARSAWAN – Former Chief Minister Champai Soren visited Kharsawan on Wednesday, where he received a grand welcome from BJP leaders and workers.

Soren first paid homage to the martyrs of the Kharsawan firing incident at the Kharsawan Shaheed Vedi.

He then participated in a BJP-organized gathering at Kharsawan Kali Bari, where he was warmly received by party members.

In his address, Champai Soren expressed his discontent with the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), stating, "I fought a long battle for the separate state of Jharkhand, but my efforts were not given due recognition by JMM."

He further explained his decision to join the BJP, saying, "I chose the path of BJP for the honor and dignity of Jharkhand because only BJP can ensure the comprehensive development of the state and protect the interests of the tribals and locals."

Soren emphasized the issue of infiltration, calling it a significant problem in Jharkhand, and voiced concerns over the safety of tribal women.

"My concerns were ignored by the Jharkhand government," he said, explaining his decision to align with BJP under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

He added, "I have started a new chapter with BJP, and I am confident that in the upcoming Assembly elections, there will be a change in leadership in Jharkhand, with BJP forming a majority government."

Soren also expressed his confidence in the growing support for BJP, stating, "With the love and support of the people, we will overthrow the current government."

The event was attended by several prominent BJP leaders, including Chhattisgarh MP Vijay Baghel, District Council President Sonaram Bodra, Seraikela-Kharsawan District President Uday Singhdeo, BJP leader Meera Munda, wife of former Chief Minister Arjun Munda, West Singhbhum BJP District President Sanjay Pandey, Soren’s elder son Simul Soren, and former Seraikela Assembly representative Sanand Kumar Acharya.