Itanagar, Aug 4 (PTI) Condoling the death of former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said he was a stalwart of tribal rights.
Soren, the founder of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), died on Monday morning at the age of 81 while undergoing treatment for kidney-related ailments at a hospital in Delhi.
“Saddened to learn about the passing of Shibu Soren Ji, former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and a stalwart of tribal rights. My deepest condolences to his family, loved ones, and the people of Jharkhand. May his soul attain eternal peace. Om Shanti,” Khandu said in a post on X.
Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein remembered Soren as a towering figure in Indian politics and a tireless advocate for the rights of tribal communities.
“Saddened to learn of the passing of former Jharkhand Chief Minister and veteran leader, Shri Shibu Soren. A towering figure in Indian politics and a tireless advocate for the rights of tribal communities, his contributions to public life and social justice will be remembered,” Mein said in a social media post.
“I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. May his soul rest in eternal peace,” he added. PTI UPL UPL SOM
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