Somesh Chandra Soren Clinches Ghatshila By-Election: A Tribute to Legacy

Somesh Chandra Soren of the JMM won the Ghatshila by-election by a significant margin, securing 1,04,794 votes against BJP's Babu Lal Soren, who garnered 66,270 votes. The JMM led alliance now holds 56 out of 81 seats in the Jharkhand assembly. His victory is seen as a tribute to his late father, Ramdas Soren.

On Friday, JMM candidate Somesh Chandra Soren decisively secured victory in the Ghatshila by-election, winning by a margin of 38,524 votes. According to an election official, Soren amassed 1,04,794 votes compared to 66,270 garnered by his closest rival, BJP's Babu Lal Soren.

The by-election, necessitated by the death of sitting MLA Ramdas Soren, highlighted a prestigious battle between JMM and BJP, although it will not drastically alter the governing landscape as the JMM-led alliance now commands 56 of the 81 seats.

JMM supporters celebrated the win, viewing it as honoring the legacy of former chief minister Shibu Soren and Ramdas Soren. Despite BJP's setback, their leaders remain resolute, emphasizing continued efforts to protect Jharkhand's indigenous culture.

(With inputs from agencies.)