Activists Demand Bharat Ratna for Late Shibu Soren

Jharkhand Andolankari Manch Submits Memorandum Through Deputy Commissioner

Key Points:

• Jharkhand Andolankari Manch submits memorandum to President for Bharat Ratna
• Leader Pramod Lal highlights Shibu Soren’s role in statehood movement
• Forum threatens agitation if demand remains unmet by government

JAMSHEDPUR – Jharkhand Andolankari Manch submitted a memorandum to the President through East Singhbhum Deputy Commissioner demanding Bharat Ratna for late Chief Minister Shibu Soren on January 21, 2026.

The forum calls Shibu Soren the father of Jharkhand state. Leaders submitted the demand letter through administrative channels. Moreover, they emphasized his contribution to separate statehood movement.

Pramod Lal serves as leader of Jharkhand Andolankari Forum. He addressed the gathering after submitting the memorandum. “Shibu Soren led the long struggle for separate state,” he stated.

On the other hand, he intensified village-level mobilization efforts extensively. His leadership proved crucial in achieving separate statehood status. Furthermore, his efforts transformed grassroots Jharkhand movement significantly.

“Guruji strengthened the Jharkhand movement from villages,” Pramod Lal explained. The separate state emerged as his contribution’s result. However, recognition through Bharat Ratna remains pending currently.

The memorandum reached the President through proper channels. It highlighted Soren’s decades-long dedication to tribal welfare. Besides, it detailed his role in Jamshedpur region’s political evolution.

The activists emphasized Soren’s unparalleled contribution to statehood. His leadership united diverse tribal communities for common cause. Meanwhile, his vision shaped modern Jharkhand’s administrative framework.

Pramod Lal warned of future agitation if denied. “We will launch movement for this recognition,” he declared. Moreover, the forum plans coordinated protests across state.

The demand reflects widespread sentiment among Jharkhand movement participants. Soren’s supporters believe Bharat Ratna befits his contributions. Furthermore, they consider it long-overdue national recognition.

Jharkhand Andolankari Manch represents veteran movement participants statewide. The organization preserves memories of statehood struggle history. In addition, it advocates for movement leaders’ recognition.

Shibu Soren passed away in 2025 after prolonged illness. He served multiple terms as Jharkhand Chief Minister earlier. However, his legacy continues influencing state politics significantly.

The memorandum detailed his five-decade-long political journey comprehensively. It mentioned his imprisonment during statehood agitation period. Besides, it highlighted his grassroots mobilization skills extensively.