Shibu Soren Posthumously Awarded Padma Bhushan; Acknowledging a Life of Tribal Advocacy
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News18•25-01-2026, 21:57
Shibu Soren Posthumously Awarded Padma Bhushan; Acknowledging a Life of Tribal Advocacy
- •Shibu Soren, founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and 'Dishom Guru', to be posthumously honored with Padma Bhushan.
- •The Union Home Ministry announced 13 Padma Bhushan awards as part of 131 Padma Awards for 2026.
- •Soren, who passed away in August, served as Jharkhand's Chief Minister three times and Union Coal Minister.
- •He was a prominent tribal leader, known for his struggles against exploitation, displacement, and injustice.
- •Soren's movement against moneylending and his pivotal role in the formation of Jharkhand are highlighted.
Why It Matters: Shibu Soren receives posthumous Padma Bhushan for his profound impact on tribal rights and Jharkhand's formation.
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