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🕒 Updated: August 5, 2025 18:36:05 IST
His impact is firmly ingrained in the social and political fabric of the area, and his passing signifies the end of an era in grassroots politics.

A towering figure in Indian tribal politics, Shibu Soren — fondly called ‘Dishom Guru’ — is being laid to rest today with full state honours at his ancestral village, Nemra, in Jharkhand’s Ramgarh district. The veteran Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) co-founder, who dedicated his life to the upliftment of tribal communities and the creation of Jharkhand, passed away on Monday at a private hospital in Delhi.

His impact is firmly ingrained in the social and political fabric of the area, and his passing signifies the end of an era in grassroots politics. People will be able to pay their last respects to the legendary leader on Tuesday morning when his mortal remains are positioned at the Jharkhand Assembly grounds starting at 9 a.m.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and other prominent figures have already paid heartfelt homage to Guruji, highlighting his lasting influence on Indian politics.  Stay tuned for real-time updates.

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August 5, 2025 18:35:00 IST

Hemant Soren Performs Last Rites of Father Shibu Soren in Nemra | Watch

The mortal remains of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren were consigned to flames by his elder son, Hemant Soren, during the final rites held at their ancestral village, Nemra.

 

VIDEO | Mortal remains of former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren consigned to flames by his elder son Hemant Soren in their native village, Nemra.

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August 5, 2025 18:31:00 IST

Shibu Soren Laid to Rest with Full Honours in Ancestral Village Nemra

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren was accorded a gun salute and laid to rest with full state honours in his ancestral village Nemra, marking the final farewell to the JMM patriarch.

VIDEO | Former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren was accorded a gun salute and laid to rest in his ancestral village, Nemra.

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvqRQz) pic.twitter.com/py13v7fRNI

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August 5, 2025 18:13:00 IST

Crowds Gather in Ramgarh to Bid Farewell to JMM Founder Shibu Soren

A large crowd gathered in Jharkhand’s Ramgarh district to attend the last rites of former Chief Minister and JMM co-founder Shibu Soren at his native village. Soren, 81, had been undergoing treatment for kidney-related ailments at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi for over a month. He passed away on August 4. VIDEO | A large number of people gathered to attend the last rites of former Chief Minister Shibu Soren at his native place in Jharkhand's Ramgarh district.Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) co-founder Soren, who had been undergoing treatment for kidney-related problems at Sir Ganga… pic.twitter.com/XSLfwHxA8E — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August...

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A large crowd gathered in Jharkhand’s Ramgarh district to attend the last rites of former Chief Minister and JMM co-founder Shibu Soren at his native village.

Soren, 81, had been undergoing treatment for kidney-related ailments at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi for over a month. He passed away on August 4.

VIDEO | A large number of people gathered to attend the last rites of former Chief Minister Shibu Soren at his native place in Jharkhand's Ramgarh district.

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) co-founder Soren, who had been undergoing treatment for kidney-related problems at Sir Ganga… pic.twitter.com/XSLfwHxA8E

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August 5, 2025 18:11:00 IST

Shibu Soren’s Mortal Remains Taken to Native Village Nimra for Final Rites

The mortal remains of former Jharkhand Chief Minister and JMM founder-patron Shibu Soren are being taken to his native village Nimra for the last rites. Soren passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness.

#WATCH | Jharkhand: The mortal remains of former CM and JMM founder patron Shibu Soren are being taken for last rites at his native village, Nimra.

Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on 4th August, after a prolonged illness. pic.twitter.com/7gCYORtJxB

— ANI (@ANI) <a href="

August 5, 2025 17:42:00 IST

Kharge and Rahul Gandhi Arrive in Ranchi to Attend Shibu Soren’s Last Rites

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi have arrived in Ranchi, Jharkhand, to attend the last rites of former Chief Minister Shibu Soren. The veteran JMM leader passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His funeral will take place later today at his native village, Nemra. #WATCH | Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi arrive in Ranchi, Jharkhand. They will attend the last rites of former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren.Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on 4th August,...

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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi have arrived in Ranchi, Jharkhand, to attend the last rites of former Chief Minister Shibu Soren. The veteran JMM leader passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His funeral will take place later today at his native village, Nemra.

#WATCH | Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi arrive in Ranchi, Jharkhand. They will attend the last rites of former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren.

Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on 4th August, after a prolonged illness.… pic.twitter.com/v0FwiW8R9b

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August 5, 2025 14:59:00 IST

Shibu Soren’s Mortal Remains Reach Nemra; State and Central Ministers Join Final Farewell

The mortal remains of ‘Dishom Guru’ Shibu Soren have reached his native village, Nemra in Ramgarh, for his final rites. A large gathering of people, including several senior ministers from both the State and Central governments, are present to pay their last respects and bid a final farewell to the veteran leader.

August 5, 2025 13:32:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi Leaves for Ranchi to Attend Shibu Soren’s Last Rites

Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, was seen at Delhi Airport as he departed for Ranchi to attend the last rites of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren. The veteran leader passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His funeral will take place later today in his native village, Nemra. #WATCH | Delhi: Congress MP and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi reaches Delhi Airport as he leaves for Ranchi to attend the last rites of former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren.Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga...

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Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, was seen at Delhi Airport as he departed for Ranchi to attend the last rites of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren. The veteran leader passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His funeral will take place later today in his native village, Nemra.

#WATCH | Delhi: Congress MP and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi reaches Delhi Airport as he leaves for Ranchi to attend the last rites of former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren.

Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on 4th August, after a prolonged illness. His last… pic.twitter.com/VugyuPojXu

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August 5, 2025 13:15:00 IST

Tejashwi Attending Funeral, Shibu Soren Was an Old Friend: Lalu Yadav

When asked about the funeral of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren, RJD chief and former Bihar CM Lalu Prasad Yadav said, “Tejashwi is attending the funeral. Shibu Soren was an old friend.”

VIDEO | When asked about the funeral of former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren, former Bihar CM and RJD chief Lalu Yadav (@laluprasadrjd) says, "Tejashwi is attending the funeral. He was an old friend..."#ShibuSoren #ShibuSorenPassesAway pic.twitter.com/FSHC5OaUJh

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August 5, 2025 10:57:00 IST

Shibu Soren Worked for the Marginalized and the Nation: Pappu Yadav

Reacting to the passing of former Jharkhand Chief Minister and JMM founder Shibu Soren, Purnea MP Pappu Yadav said, “He dedicated his life to the nation and tirelessly championed the cause of the marginalized and millions who truly suffer.”

Ranchi, Jharkhand: On the demise of former Jharkhand CM and JMM founder Shibu Soren, Purnea MP Pappu Yadav says, "He has always worked for the nation, for the marginalized, and for the crores of people who are truly suffering" pic.twitter.com/rMXiY0ncPo

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August 5, 2025 10:54:00 IST

“Respected Baba, Dishom Guru Begins His Eternal Journey… Veer Shibu Soren Will Live Forever” — Hemant Soren

आदरणीय बाबा दिशोम गुरुजी अनंत यात्रा की ओर..

वीर दिशोम गुरु शिबू सोरेन अमर रहें! pic.twitter.com/i6CuFwPc07

— Hemant Soren (@HemantSorenJMM) <a href="

August 5, 2025 10:35:00 IST

Hemant Soren Accompanies Father Shibu Soren’s Mortal Remains to Assembly

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren accompanies the mortal remains of his father, former CM and JMM founder-patron Shibu Soren, in the hearse van en route to the State Assembly for public tribute.

#WATCH | Ranchi: Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren accompanies the mortal remains of his father, former CM and JMM founder patron #ShibuSoren, in the hearse van going to the State Assembly. pic.twitter.com/nZCrBd6E9v

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August 5, 2025 10:34:00 IST

Shibu Soren’s Mortal Remains Taken to Jharkhand Assembly for Final Tribute

The mortal remains of former Chief Minister and JMM founder-patron Shibu Soren were carried out of his Ranchi residence to be taken to the State Assembly for public homage. The veteran leader passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His last rites will be performed later today at his native village, Nemra. #WATCH | Jharkhand: The mortal remains of former CM and JMM founder patron #ShibuSoren brought out of his residence in Ranchi, to be taken to the State Assembly. Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on...

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The mortal remains of former Chief Minister and JMM founder-patron Shibu Soren were carried out of his Ranchi residence to be taken to the State Assembly for public homage. The veteran leader passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His last rites will be performed later today at his native village, Nemra.

#WATCH | Jharkhand: The mortal remains of former CM and JMM founder patron #ShibuSoren brought out of his residence in Ranchi, to be taken to the State Assembly.

Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on 4th August, after a prolonged illness. His last rites… pic.twitter.com/pjXqb19EOG

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August 5, 2025 10:32:00 IST

Hemant Soren Reaches Ranchi Home to Bid Final Farewell to Father Shibu Soren | Watch

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren arrives at the Ranchi residence of his late father, former CM and JMM founder-patron Shibu Soren, who passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His final rites will be held later today at his native village, Nemra. #WATCH | Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren arrives at the residence of his late father, former CM and JMM founder patron #ShibuSoren, in Ranchi.Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on 4th August, after a prolonged illness. His last rites will be performed later… pic.twitter.com/GnLnB3sAiP — ANI (@ANI)...

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Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren arrives at the Ranchi residence of his late father, former CM and JMM founder-patron Shibu Soren, who passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His final rites will be held later today at his native village, Nemra.

#WATCH | Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren arrives at the residence of his late father, former CM and JMM founder patron #ShibuSoren, in Ranchi.

Shibu Soren passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on 4th August, after a prolonged illness. His last rites will be performed later… pic.twitter.com/GnLnB3sAiP

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August 5, 2025 10:30:00 IST

Emotional Champai Soren Pays Last Respects to Shibu Soren

Former Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Champai Soren broke down in tears while paying his last respects to JMM founder and former CM Shibu Soren at his residence. The veteran leader passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His final rites will be held later today at his native village, Nemra. #WATCH | Ranchi, Jharkhand: Former CM and BJP leader Champai Soren breaks down as he pays last respects to former CM and JMM founder patron, #ShibuSoren at the latter's residence.He passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on...

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Former Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Champai Soren broke down in tears while paying his last respects to JMM founder and former CM Shibu Soren at his residence. The veteran leader passed away on August 4 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after a prolonged illness. His final rites will be held later today at his native village, Nemra.

#WATCH | Ranchi, Jharkhand: Former CM and BJP leader Champai Soren breaks down as he pays last respects to former CM and JMM founder patron, #ShibuSoren at the latter's residence.

He passed away at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on 4th August, after a prolonged illness. His… pic.twitter.com/ERBTXko6vj

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August 5, 2025 10:24:00 IST

Hemant Soren Mourns Father’s Loss: 'A Pillar of Jharkhand Has Gone'

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday, August 5, paid a heartfelt tribute to his father and former Chief Minister Shibu Soren, who passed away in Delhi a day earlier. In an emotional post on X, Hemant expressed his deep grief, saying he was enduring the most difficult days of his life — having lost not just his father’s guiding presence but also a pillar of Jharkhand’s identity.

मैं अपने जीवन के सबसे कठिन दिनों से गुज़र रहा हूँ।
मेरे सिर से सिर्फ पिता का साया नहीं गया,
झारखंड की आत्मा का स्तंभ चला गया।

मैं उन्हें सिर्फ ‘बाबा’ नहीं कहता था
वे मेरे पथप्रदर्शक थे, मेरे विचारों की जड़ें थे,
और उस जंगल जैसी छाया थे
जिसने हजारों-लाखों झारखंडियों को
धूप और…

— Hemant Soren (@HemantSorenJMM) <a href="