Sat Nov 23 15:55:13 UTC 2024: ## Hemant Soren’s JMM-led Coalition Secures Second Term in Jharkhand
**Ranchi, Jharkhand –** Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has led its coalition, including the Congress, RJD, and CPI(ML), to a second consecutive victory in the Jharkhand Assembly elections. While the exact seat count is not specified in the provided text, the coalition’s win is considered decisive. The results represent a significant win for the INDIA alliance, particularly given the ongoing investigations and legal challenges faced by Soren.
The victory is noteworthy considering the BJP’s strong campaign and the legal pressures on Soren. While Soren’s sister-in-law, Sita Soren, lost her seat in Jamtara to Congress candidate Irfan Ansari, the overall victory solidifies the JMM’s dominance in the state. The results have been met with congratulations from national leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, who praised the INDIA alliance’s success in Jharkhand. The win contrasts sharply with the BJP’s resounding victory in the concurrently held Maharashtra state elections.
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