Ranchi, Jharkhand – In a sharp political exchange, senior BJP leader and former Jharkhand Chief Minister Babulal Marandi has launched a scathing attack on the current Chief Minister Hemant Soren, accusing him of engaging in corrupt practices and misgovernance. Marandi’s remarks have added fuel to the already charged political atmosphere in the state as both parties gear up for the upcoming assembly elections.
Marandi criticized Soren for allegedly exploiting tribal land for personal gain. He claimed that Soren had been involved in a conspiracy to acquire tribal land to construct luxurious banquet halls. According to Marandi, the exposure of this alleged plan has left the Chief Minister unsettled, calling into question his leadership and governance.
Referring to Soren’s tenure over the last four and a half years, Marandi remarked that the state had seen little to no development under his rule. “Despite being in power, Hemant Soren has not delivered even a single meaningful project in Jharkhand. Instead, he continues to deflect blame onto the BJP,” Marandi stated. He emphasized that the allegations Soren has been levelling against the BJP are absurd and baseless.
In contrast, Marandi praised the central government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for its developmental initiatives in Jharkhand. He pointed out that the Modi administration’s policies have played a crucial role in pushing the state towards growth. “Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the central government’s welfare schemes have propelled Jharkhand towards new heights of progress,” he said. Marandi urged Soren to focus on these welfare schemes rather than spending state resources on legal battles.
Taking the attack further, Marandi accused Soren of multiple wrongdoings, including acquiring mining leases in his own name and shielding illegal immigrants from Bangladesh. He also alleged that Soren had ties with intermediaries and agents, accusing him of being involved in corrupt dealings.
Marandi concluded his fiery statement by predicting that Soren would face political consequences in the upcoming elections. He claimed that the people of Jharkhand would not only vote Soren out of power but also leave him with the “label of political unemployment.”
As election season approaches, Marandi’s statements indicate the BJP’s strategy to target Hemant Soren’s record on governance and corruption. Soren’s office, however, has not yet responded to these accusations, but it is expected that the political confrontation between the two leaders will continue to intensify in the coming months.
The war of words between these prominent political figures signals an election campaign that is likely to be fiercely contested, with allegations of corruption and governance failures taking center stage.
Political Context :
The political landscape in Jharkhand has been volatile, with various accusations exchanged between the ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and the opposition BJP. Hemant Soren, who took office in 2019, has faced criticism over issues such as tribal land rights, governance, and his handling of state affairs. On the other hand, the BJP, under the leadership of Babulal Marandi and other senior figures, has been positioning itself as the party focused on development and anti-corruption.
As both parties prepare for the upcoming assembly elections, such rhetoric is likely to shape the narrative, with voters watching closely to see which side can best address the pressing issues facing the state.
News – Sanjana Kumari.
