This comprehensive biography details the life and career of Hemant Soren, a prominent Indian politician and current Chief Minister of Jharkhand. From his early life and education to his political journey and controversies, we explore the multifaceted persona of this influential figure.
Wiki/Biography
Hemant Soren was born on Sunday, August 10, 1975 (age 49 as of 2024), in Nemra, Ramgarh District, Bihar (now Jharkhand). His astrological sign is Leo. He completed his schooling at Patna High School in Patna, Bihar. Following his 12th standard, he enrolled in Mechanical Engineering at the Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand, but did not finish his degree.
Physical Appearance
- Approximate Height: 5’6″
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
Family, Caste & Wife
Hemant Soren practices Hinduism and belongs to the Scheduled Tribe (ST). His father, Shibu Soren, is a highly respected politician, having served as a Union Cabinet Minister and Chief Minister of Jharkhand on three occasions. His mother, Roopi Soren, is a farmer. He has two brothers: Durga Soren (elder, deceased) and Basant Soren (younger, businessman). His younger sister, Anjali Soren, is also involved in politics. He is married to Kalpana Soren, a businesswoman, and they have two sons.
Career
Soren’s political career began with his unsuccessful attempt at the 2005 Jharkhand Assembly Elections. He was elected to the Rajya Sabha on June 24, 2009, but resigned on January 4, 2010, after winning the Dumka assembly seat. In 2009, he became the JMM’s working president. His rise continued with his appointment as Deputy Chief Minister of Jharkhand on September 11, 2010, under Chief Minister Arjun Munda.
He subsequently became Jharkhand’s fifth and youngest Chief Minister on July 13, 2013, at the age of 38. After the BJP’s victory in the 2014 Jharkhand Assembly Elections, he resigned. He later won the Barhait assembly constituency in the same election. He served as the Leader of the Opposition in the Jharkhand Assembly from January 8, 2015.
In January 2019, before the 2019 Assembly Elections, Soren formed the Mahagathbandhan (grand alliance) with the Congress, Jharkhand Vikas Morcha-Prajatantrik (JVM-P), and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). He led the alliance against the BJP and became the Chief Ministerial candidate. His victory in the 2019 elections saw him sworn in as Chief Minister for a second time on December 29, 2019.
He served as Chief Minister until his arrest in January 2024. After a period of uncertainty, Hemant Soren was later reinstated as Chief Minister multiple times.
Controversies
Soren has faced several controversies throughout his career. These include his rejection of an invitation to the “Jharkhand Global Investor Summit” in 2017, citing concerns about land grabbing. In 2022, the Election Commission recommended his disqualification as an MLA due to a stone mining allocation case. Further controversies arose from an investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) into a land scam in early 2024, resulting in his arrest.
| Year | Controversy | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Jharkhand Global Investor Summit | Rejected invitation, alleging land grabbing. |
| 2022 | Stone Mining Allocation | EC recommended disqualification due to misuse of position. |
| 2024 | Enforcement Directorate Investigation | Investigation into Rs 600 crore land fraud case; arrest and subsequent release on bail. |
Address
House No. B-63, Harmu Housing Colony, Ashok Nagar, Ranchi, Jharkhand
Assets/Properties
Details of Hemant Soren’s assets are available from public sources.
Salary & Net Worth
Salary: ₹2.72 lacs per month (as Jharkhand CM)
Net Worth: ₹8.51 crores INR (as of 2019)
Facts/Trivia
- Enjoys cycling and various sports (cricket, table tennis, badminton).
- Enjoys cooking as a stress reliever.
- Entered mainstream politics after the death of his elder brother, Durga Soren.
