Former Jharkhand CM Champai Soren to Join BJP with Son

Ex-Jharkhand CM Champai Soren and his son Babu Lal Soren will join BJP on August 30, citing confidence in PM Modi. Criticism came from JMM, with mixed reactions from party leaders.

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren and his son Babu Lal Soren announced their decision to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on August 30. Champai Soren explained his decision, citing immense public support and confidence in Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.

Champai Soren said, 'Initially, I considered retirement but witnessing the enthusiasm among the workers and public, I decided to stay active in politics. I thought about forming a new organization but ultimately chose to join BJP due to the dynamics in Jharkhand.' He also expressed gratitude towards BJP leaders Narendra Modi and Amit Shah.

Reactions varied among political figures. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi supported Soren's move, calling it the 'right alternative.' In contrast, JMM Leader Manoj Pandey criticized the BJP, claiming the party relies on leaders from other parties and has no significant figure of its own.

(With inputs from agencies.)