THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK
Ranchi, April 15: Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) will be led by Chief Minister Hemant Soren, while Shibu Soren has been named the party’s Founder Patron. The party has amended its constitution, abolishing the post of Executive President—a role previously held by Hemant Soren.
In place of the executive president, a new post of Founder Patron has been created for Shibu Soren. This decision was taken on the second day of the party’s national convention. With this change, JMM is ushering in a new era under the leadership of Hemant Soren.
The proposal to appoint Shibu Soren as the Founder Patron was presented by Nalin Soren and seconded by Stephen Marandi. Following this, Shibu Soren proposed Hemant Soren’s name for the post of JMM Central President, which was unanimously approved. Shibu Soren also urged all present to bless Hemant in his new role.
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JMM’s Evolution: From Regional Voice to National Aspiration
Formed in 1972, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha began as a tribal rights movement under the leadership of Shibu Soren. Originally a grassroots platform advocating for the creation of a separate tribal state, the party played a central role in the formation of Jharkhand in 2000 after decades of struggle and sacrifice.
Now, with the 2024 general elections behind and assembly elections in neighbouring states approaching, the JMM appears ready to broaden its reach and redefine its identity on the national stage.
Shibu Soren had been serving as the party president since 1987 and played a key role in shaping the direction of the party. Now, in his new role as Founder Patron, he will continue to guide the party as a mentor.
The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha marks 53 years since its formation in 2025. Over these decades, the party has experienced numerous highs and lows. Under Shibu Soren’s leadership, the Jharkhand movement shook the corridors of power in Delhi.
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JMM, under Soren’s leadership, intensified the movement for a separate state, giving voice to the aspirations of the people of Jharkhand. The party’s symbol, bow and arrow, became a powerful emblem of identity, pride, and rights for the people of the region.
From forests and hills to fields, villages, towns, and cities, the party expanded its reach. Starting in the 1980s, JMM also made its mark in electoral politics and gradually gained a foothold in the parliamentary system.