During the final day of the monsoon session of the Jharkhand Assembly, Chief Minister Hemant Soren criticized the central government in his address. He stated that the government’s actions are being obstructed, with some individuals allegedly influencing legal processes. Soren claimed that many constitutional institutions are under their control, and they are attempting to undermine the government through various means. He asserted that the government would now work with greater strength to benefit Dalits, the backward classes, the tribal population, and farmers.
Soren highlighted that the state has a government that serves the people, contrasting it with the situation in several states governed by the opposition. He questioned the conditions of tribal communities and minorities in those states. He cited the example of Ladakh, where he claimed the central government undermined the work of Sonam Wangchuk, despite his contributions.
The Chief Minister also discussed proposed amendments, such as the one that would lead to the loss of a seat if an individual is imprisoned for 30 days, questioning the rationale behind such changes. He indicated a larger hidden agenda behind these amendments and emphasized the equal value of every vote in the electoral process. He referenced instances of alleged deletion of votes by the Election Commission and the creation of laws that prevent action against election commissioners. Soren criticized the government for its actions, which he claimed were merely for show, and accused them of misleading people through event management. He also mentioned the cancellation of a program for Birsa Munda’s birth anniversary and questioned the status of the Prime Minister’s announced action plan.
Soren stated that the state’s mineral resources have enriched many individuals, leading to the development of other states. He pointed out the issues in Jharkhand, where the environment is suffering and uranium is causing health problems. He further stated that the Prime Minister’s Office monitors the auction of coal, iron ore, and bauxite mines and that the way mining leases are being allocated suggests that mining will be the only activity in the region. He added that Jharkhand is paying a heavy price for the development of the country and the capitalists, and there is a need for a 30 to 40-year action plan.
Soren criticized the use of the name “RIMS Two” for political gain, highlighting the alleged dirty politics and conspiracy surrounding it. He accused the opposition of using funding to instigate opposition. He accused the opposition of printing money at home, using money to control constitutional institutions, and creating fake political parties in Gujarat. He noted that ten anonymous parties received 4300 crore rupees in donations, with only 25 to 26 crore rupees being spent. He asserted that all of their plans, whether in Ayodhya, Jammu and Kashmir, or Delhi, had collapsed in the rain.
Soren concluded by stating that Jharkhand has overcome many challenges and is now in a good position. He highlighted the state’s action plan as a model and emphasized the need for positive politics. He urged the opposition to work in the interest of Jharkhand and cooperate with the government. He questioned whether the opposition wants to make the country a world leader or to benefit themselves and their business partners. He also mentioned that the Jharkhand Assembly has passed a resolution to award the Bharat Ratna to Dishom Guru Shibu Soren and that it remains to be seen what action the central government will take.