The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), under the leadership of Chief Minister Hemant Soren, has successfully retained power in the Jharkhand Assembly Elections 2024, securing a clear majority with its allies. This victory marks the second consecutive term for the JMM-led coalition and underscores the electorate’s trust in Soren’s leadership.
Key Highlights of the Results:
JMM-led INDIA Bloc: Secured 56 seats out of 81, surpassing the majority mark of 41. This coalition included the JMM, Indian National Congress (INC), and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).
JMM: 34 seats
INC: 16 seats
RJD: 4 seats
BJP-led NDA: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies won a total of 24 seats.
BJP: 21 seats
Smaller parties like the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist), All Jharkhand Students Union (AJSU), and others collectively gained the remaining seats.
Voter Turnout
The elections were held in two phases on November 13 and November 20, recording a 67.74% voter turnout, the highest since the state’s formation in 2000. The high turnout reflected increased public engagement in the democratic process.
Hemant Soren’s Statement
After the results, CM Hemant Soren called the victory an “exam of democracy passed with flying colors” and emphasized the commitment to addressing key issues such as unemployment, tribal welfare, and development.
Challenges and Campaign Dynamics
This election saw intense campaigning from both the INDIA and NDA alliances. Despite predictions of a close contest, the JMM-led bloc’s focus on regional and welfare-oriented issues resonated strongly with voters, particularly in tribal and rural constituencies.
What Lies Ahead
With this mandate, the JMM will focus on implementing its developmental agenda, strengthening tribal rights, and tackling pressing challenges like job creation and infrastructure development.
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