Jharkhand: Champai Soren-Led Govt Passes Floor Test

It's important to note that the 47 votes in favor of Champai Soren include one nominated member, contributing to the overall count.

Edited By : Aniket Raj | Updated: Feb 5, 2024 14:36 IST

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Champai Soren has won the trust vote in the Jharkhand assembly with a total of 47 votes. The NDA (National Democratic Alliance) secured 29 votes in the 81-member house. It’s important to note that the 47 votes in favor of Champai Soren include one nominated member, contributing to the overall count.

CM Champai Soren led Jharkhand government wins floor test after 47 MLAs support him

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Champai Soren’s victory in the trust vote was officially announced by Jharkhand Governor CP Radhakrishnan. The news was met with cheers in the assembly. Following the announcement, the House has been adjourned for the day and is scheduled to resume its proceedings on Tuesday.

Also Read: Hemant Soren Sent To One-Day Judicial Custody Following ED Arrest

The majority mark in the 81-member Jharkhand Legislative Assembly is 41. Ahead of the crucial trust vote, Champai Soren had stated that the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) had the support of 47 MLAs. Additionally, he expressed optimism that the support might increase to 50. The successful outcome of the trust vote, with Champai Soren receiving 47 votes, aligns with his earlier assertion regarding the support for his leadership in the assembly.

Champai Soren, aged 67, assumed office succeeding Hemant Soren, who had to resign due to his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in connection to a money laundering and land scam case. Hemant Soren, the JMM executive president, was present in the House during the floor test proceedings. He had obtained permission to attend the session despite the ongoing legal issues.

Also Read: Champai Soren To Be New Chief Minister Of Jharkhand

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