Ranchi: Jailed Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader Hemant Soren delivered a passionate speech in the Assembly ahead of the crucial majority test, expressing his refusal to shed tears because the tears of tribals and marginalized communities are insignificant. Hemant Soren, who resigned as Chief Minister on January 31 amid money laundering allegations and was subsequently arrested by the Enforcement Directorate, saw his close aide Champai Soren assume the role of Chief Minister with the backing of JMM, Congress, and other allies. Champai Soren later emerged victorious in the majority test held in the Assembly on Monday.
During his address, Hemant Soren affirmed his full support for Champai Soren and criticized the BJP-led central government for his arrest, referring to the events of January 31 as a “dark chapter” in the country’s democracy. He also made serious allegations against the Governor’s office, accusing Raj Bhavan of involvement in the events leading to his arrest.
Hemant Soren claimed that the conspiracy to arrest him had been in progress for quite some time, stating, “It was being cooked over a low flame. This was executed in a well-planned manner.” He invoked the name of Dalit icon BR Ambedkar to highlight the atrocities faced by backward sections of society, asserting that the ruling dispensation displayed hatred towards these communities.
The former Chief Minister expressed his bewilderment at the source of this hatred, stating, “Someone close to them does not even hesitate to say that we (tribals) must continue to live in the jungle. We left the jungle, came and sat next to them and their clothes are soiled. They see us as untouchables. If left to them, we would be back in the jungle.” He further addressed the media’s comments about his stay in jail, which insinuated a reminder of his time as an Adivasi in the jungle, asserting that such remarks were met with strong opposition from JMM and other tribal outfits.
Hemant Soren declared that he had not accepted defeat and emphasized the resilience of the tribals and Dalits in Jharkhand, a state where they have made sacrifices. He criticized the central agencies for targeting tribals and innocent individuals while allowing those who embezzled crores and fled the country to escape punishment.
Challenging the BJP, Hemant Soren dared them to provide evidence that the 8.5 acre plot central to the case against him is registered under his name, stating, “If they can show that, I will quit politics.” He concluded his speech by asserting, “I will not cry because the tears of tribals do not matter to you. At the right time, I will respond to their every conspiracy.”
Hemant Soren also took aim at BJP leaders from Jharkhand who submit to those with a feudal mindset, questioning which party has held power for the longest duration since the formation of Jharkhand 24 years ago. He accused the BJP of obstructing the rise of tribals in society and their aspiration to become judges, IPS or IAS officers, and leaders. He anticipated hurdles being placed in his path to prevent him from completing his full five-year term.
Hemant Soren, the Chief Minister of Jharkhand, recently faced a floor test to prove his government’s majority in the state assembly. The floor test was necessitated after the resignation of a Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) legislator, who had joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Despite the political turmoil, Hemant Soren emerged victorious in the floor test, securing the support of 43 MLAs in the 81-member assembly. This win further solidifies his position as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand. However, during the proceedings, Hemant Soren made a controversial statement directed towards the opposition leader, Champai Soren. He stated, “I won’t shed tears for you, as the tears of Adivasis don’t matter to you.” This remark highlights the ongoing tension between the ruling and opposition parties in Jharkhand, particularly concerning the welfare and rights of the indigenous Adivasi population.
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