Shibu Soren death highlights: PM Modi visits Sir Ganga Ram Hospital to pay homage to Shibu Soren

Shibu Soren highlights: A respected figure among tribal and regional communities, Shibu Soren was fondly called 'Dishom Guru', meaning leader of the land

Founder of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and Former Jharkhand Chief Minister  Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi on Monday (August 4, 2025) morning. He was popularly known as ‘Dishom Guru or Guruji’. 

 

Soren had been admitted to the Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in the national capital for over a month due to a kidney-related issue. 

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday morning condoled the unfortunate demise of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren, one of the founding members of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), and recalled his contributions to the struggle for rights and empowerment of the tribal community.

 

"The former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and one of the country's senior-most leaders, Shibu Soren, was counted among the towering leaders of Jharkhand who struggled throughout their lives for the rights and empowerment of the weaker sections of society, especially the tribal community. He always remained connected to the land and the people. I had a long acquaintance with him. His passing has caused me great sorrow. My condolences to his family and supporters," Singh posted on X.

 

Congress Rajya Sabha MP Pramod Tiwari also expressed grief over the demise of Jharkhand's tall leader and said that Soren always spoke for the poor, especially for the rights of tribals.

 

5:01 PM

'One of independent India's most influential tribal leaders': Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin on Soren

"Thiru Shibu Soren's life was defined by relentless resistance against exploitation and an unshakeable commitment to social justice. As one of the key architects of Jharkhand's statehood movement, he transformed decades of Adivasi assertion into a political force that gave birth to a new state,"  MK Stalin said in a social media post.

4:52 PM

JMM pays silent tribute to Shibu Soren at Ranchi headquarters

Silent tributes were paid to Shibu Soren by party workers at the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) headquarters in Ranchi on Monday. As a mark of respect to the party's patron, the JMM flag was flown at half-mast at the office.

4:33 PM

We are stunned by this loss: BJP MP Deepak Prakash

BJP MP Deepak Prakash described Shibu Soren as the "voice of Jharkhand" and said that his struggle for a separate state marked a turning point in India's political history.

4:22 PM

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy condoles former Jharkhand CM's demise

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has condoled the passing away of the valiant fighter, former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren. Former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and leader of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), Shibu Soren. "My deepest condolences and prayers for his son, Hemant Soren, the entire family and all followers of Guruji in the state and across the world", the CM said.

3:56 PM

Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day to honour late MP Shibu Soren

Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day on Monday as a mark of respect following the passing of sitting MP Shibu Soren. Deputy Chairman Harivansh read out an obituary reference, after which members stood in silence to pay tribute to the departed leader.

3:45 PM

Shibu Soren death: 'Popular mass leader' who left behind a lasting legacy, says JD(U) leader Sanjay Kumar Jha

"Even when Bihar and Jharkhand were one, he was a member of the Bihar legislative assembly and later a minister from Bihar. He was a popular mass leader, and on behalf of my party, I offer my condolences,"  JD(U) leader Sanjay Kumar Jha.

3:38 PM

Shibu Soren's death is 'a great loss to the nation and the political field': DMK leader Tiruchi Siva

"Shibu Soren was unwell for quite some time, but what has happened today is still unexpected. He was a tall leader of the country. His contribution to politics and the lives of people was remarkable. He has left a very good track record," DMK MP Tiruchi Siva said.

3:34 PM

Shibu Soren’s mortal remains to reach Ranchi today, last rites tomorrow

The mortal remains of the former Jharkhand chief minister Shibu Soren will be brought to Ranchi from Delhi around 5.30 pm on Monday, a JMM leader said. His body will be taken to his native village in Ramgarh district on Tuesday and his last rites will be performed there, he said.