'Sealed envelope' which made Champai Soren new CM of Jharkhand UNVIELED

The contents of the envelope were revealed to all the MLAs after news broke about Hemant Soren's resignation.

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Prateek Gautam
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The political tumult in Jharkhand reached its resolution with Champai Soren assuming the role of the new Chief Minister. Following Hemant Soren's resignation, speculation swirled around the possibility of his wife Kalpana Soren being named as the successor. Surprisingly, Champai Soren's candidacy was not prominently discussed for the CM position. JMM MP Mahua Maji has now shed light on the process that led to Champai Soren's selection as the new Chief Minister.

MP Mahua Maji's Revelation

In a significant disclosure, JMM MP Mahua Maji provided insights into the decision-making process behind Champai Soren's appointment as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand. According to Maji, Hemant Soren had written Champai Soren's name on a piece of paper enclosed in a sealed envelope. The contents of the envelope were revealed to all the MLAs after news broke about Hemant Soren's resignation.

Emotional Contents of the Envelope

Apart from announcing Champai Soren as his successor, Hemant Soren's sealed envelope contained various emotional notes. The former Chief Minister expressed his concern for his elderly parents, urging that they be looked after. Additionally, he emphasized the need to care for "Spring," a matter of personal significance. Hemant Soren also alluded to the potential threat of MLAs defecting and disclosed that Champai Soren had been sent to Hyderabad in light of this perceived danger.

The revelation by MP Mahua Maji offers a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes dynamics that shaped the transition of power in Jharkhand. The use of a sealed envelope adds an element of intrigue to the political succession, highlighting the intricacies involved in navigating state politics.