New Delhi, August 16
Jharkhand Education Minister Ramdas Soren passed away while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Delhi on Friday.
Chief Minister Hemant Soren confirmed the news in a post on X, writing, "You shouldn't have left like this, Ramdas Da...Final Johar, Dada."
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar also expressed grief over the minister's demise.
"I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the sudden demise of Shri Ramdas Soren, Jharkhand's Minister of School Education and Literacy. His passing is an irreparable loss to the state. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family and pray that God grants them the strength to bear this immense grief," he posted on X.
Ramdas Soren was on life support after being airlifted to Delhi on August 2. According to a statement issued that day, he was currently in a critical condition, with a multidisciplinary team of senior specialists providing intensive medical care.
The minister sustained serious injuries after falling in the bathroom at his residence on August 2. Before being shifted to Delhi, he was admitted to a hospital in Jamshedpur.
The Jharkhand BJP also condoled his passing.
"...In 12 days, two big leaders of Jharkhand passed away. Ramdas Soren played a major role in the Kolhan area of Jharkhand and he was known as the pillar of 'Jharkhand Andolan'...Ramdas Soren was a very big leader...There is a wave of sadness in Jharkhand..." BJP spokesperson Pratul ShahDeo said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
This is heartbreaking! Just 12 days ago we lost another leader. The state government should improve medical facilities in Jharkhand so that leaders don't need to be airlifted to Delhi for treatment.
"Final Johar Dada" - CM's words brought tears to my eyes. Shows how close they were. Ramdas ji was instrumental in bringing tribal children to schools. His legacy will live on through the thousands of students he helped.
As someone working in education sector, I admired his policies. The midday meal scheme implementation improved significantly under his leadership. Hope his successor continues his good work.
Bathroom falls can be so dangerous, especially for elderly people. This is wake-up call for all of us to install safety bars and anti-slip tiles in our homes. Condolences to the family.
While we mourn his passing, we must also ask why our ministers need to go to Delhi for critical care. Shouldn't AIIMS-level facilities be available in every state capital? #HealthcareForAll
The way BJP and ruling party both paid respects shows that some things are above politics. Ramdas ji was indeed a towering personality of Jharkhand movement. Om Shanti 🕯ï¸