Leader of the INDIA bloc in Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, is set to be sworn in as Jharkhand’s Chief Minister for the fourth time on November 28 at the historic Morhabadi Ground in the State capital. The ceremony is expected to serve as a significant moment for the opposition alliance, showcasing their unity and political might.

Sources said that Soren will take oath as CM alone and will later expand his Cabinet as the decision on the shape of the council of ministers has not been finalised as of now.

Prominent leaders from the opposition, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi (Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha), NCP Chief Sharad Pawar, and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, are likely to attend the ceremony.

The event will also feature leaders from various parties such as AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav, and Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu. Additionally, notable figures from Bihar like Tejashwi Yadav and Manish Sisodia are expected to join. Other key attendees include Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray, former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti, Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, whose National People’s Party is part of the NDA, is also on the guest list.

The swearing-in ceremony, set to take place at Ranchi’s Morhabadi ground, a venue previously used for similar events, is expected to draw a crowd of approximately 50,000 people. Preparations are in full swing, with elaborate decorations and arrangements being finalized.

Chief Secretary Alka Tiwari has reviewed the event preparations to ensure everything is on track, while Ranchi Deputy Commissioner Varun Ranjan and SSP Chandan Sinha are overseeing administrative and security arrangements. Authorities have emphasized strict security protocols to ensure a seamless event.

Later in the day, Soren along with his wife and Gandey MLA Kalpana Soren inspected the preparations for the swearing-in ceremony. On this occasion, he took information from the officials about the stage construction, decoration, electricity, sound and security arrangements at the venue and the welcome of the guests and the seating arrangements for the visitors.

He said that there should be a strong arrangement for transportation and parking of vehicles to the venue, so that no problem of any kind arises. He told the officials that all other necessary facilities along with drinking water should be available here.

Chief Secretary Alka Tiwari, Additional Chief Secretary Avinash Kumar, Principal Secretary Vandana Dadel, Secretary Amitabh Kaushal, Deputy Commissioner of Ranchi Varun Ranjan, Senior Superintendent of Police Chandan Sinha and many other officials were present on the occasion.

Earlier in the day, Soren visited his ancestral village, Nemra in Ramgarh district, to pay tribute to his grandfather Sobaran Soren on his martyrdom day. At Lukaiyatand, where a statue of his grandfather stands, Soren, accompanied by his wife Kalpana Soren, honored his memory by laying a garland.

During the visit, he reflected on the struggles of the people of Jharkhand against exploitation and spoke about the sacrifices of their ancestors in the pursuit of justice and equality. “Our forefathers have inspired us to continue the fight for rights and justice. Their sacrifices remind us to stay committed to the path of equality and dignity,” Soren stated.

On social media, he shared a heartfelt tribute, acknowledging the contributions of his grandfather, Master Sobaran Manjhi, and reiterating the importance of education as a transformative tool for society. "Saluting my revered grandfather on his martyrdom day… The people of Jharkhand have endured and resisted oppression for centuries. Their courage inspires our fight for rights and justice," he wrote.