Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has further entrenched its dominance in West Singhbhum, winning four of the five assembly seats in the district. The party’s stellar performance underscores the electorate’s faith in the INDI alliance, with JMM candidates securing victories in Manjhgaon, Manoharpur, Chakradharpur, and Chaibasa. The Jagannathpur seat, however, slipped through JMM’s grasp, with Congress’s Sona Ram Sinku delivering a decisive win.

Two key JMM leaders—Sukhram Hembram and Deepak Birua—cemented their political legacy with consecutive third-term victories. Sukhram Hembram retained the Chakradharpur seat, defeating BJP’s Shashi Bhushan Samad by a convincing margin of 9,303 votes. Similarly, Deepak Birua secured his third win from the Chaibasa constituency, solidifying his stature as a trusted leader in the region.

Manoharpur witnessed a significant milestone as Jagat Majhi, the younger brother of MP Joba Majhi, claimed his first victory in the constituency, further extending the family’s political influence. In Manjhgaon, JMM’s Niral Purty achieved an emphatic win, securing a staggering 94,163 votes and defeating BJP’s Barkunwar Gagrai by a record-breaking margin of 59,603 votes. Purty’s hat-trick victory underscores JMM’s unmatched popularity in this constituency.

In a significant setback for the BJP, Geeta Koda, wife of former Chief Minister Madhu Koda, lost her bid for the Jagannathpur seat to Congress candidate Sona Ram Sinku. This marks her second electoral defeat, following her earlier loss in the MP elections. The defeat not only diminishes her political standing but also serves as a blow to her husband’s influence in the region. Sinku’s victory by a margin of 7,383 votes highlights the electorate’s preference for Congress in this key constituency.

The BJP’s losses across West Singhbhum reflect its inability to counter JMM’s deep-rooted appeal and grassroots connection with voters. While BJP’s candidates struggled to gain traction, JMM’s focus on local issues, tribal rights, and sustainable development resonated strongly with the electorate.

JMM’s stronghold in West Singhbhum highlights the party’s ability to consolidate its voter base and address pressing local concerns. The victories in Chakradharpur, Manjhgaon, Chaibasa, and Manoharpur reinforce Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s leadership and the party’s commitment to grassroots development.

The election results in West Singhbhum indicate a clear rejection of divisive politics. Voters prioritized development, accountability, and local engagement over polarizing rhetoric. The JMM’s strategy of fostering trust and delivering on promises has ensured its dominance in this critical region.

With its resounding performance in West Singhbhum, the JMM has further consolidated its position as a key political force in Jharkhand. The BJP, facing consecutive setbacks, will need to recalibrate its strategies to regain lost ground. Meanwhile, the Congress’s win in Jagannathpur provides a glimmer of hope for the party in an otherwise challenging electoral landscape.