New Jharkhand Assembly Begins First Session Under Protem Speaker
Ministers Take Oath in Multiple Languages as Sixth Assembly Commences
Key Points:
- Prof Stephen Marandi leads first session as Protem Speaker
- CM Hemant Soren first to take oath from Barhait constituency
- JMM leads with 34 MLAs in 81-member House
RANCHI – Jharkhand’s sixth Legislative Assembly commences with diverse linguistic representation and strengthened ruling coalition.
The session began with tributes to martyrs. Moreover, ministers took oaths in regional languages.
“People’s overwhelming support drives our commitment,” states Minister Deepika Pandey Singh.
Assembly Composition
The house now has 81 members. Meanwhile, JMM holds the majority with 34 seats.
BJP secures 21 seats. Furthermore, Congress maintains 16 representatives.
Ministerial Portfolios
Ministers receive key responsibilities. In addition, they pledge development commitments.
Regional languages mark oath ceremonies. Besides, constitutional values guide proceedings.
Political Landscape
Four parties have single representatives. However, independent MLAs are absent this time.
The ruling coalition shows unprecedented strength. On the other hand, newcomers bring fresh perspectives.



