Arrived Corpses of Jharkhand's Education Minister, Ramdas Soren, Reach Ranchi; Heartfelt Tributes Abound
Jharkhand Education Minister Ramdas Soren Passes Away at 62
Ramdas Soren, the Jharkhand Education Minister, passed away on August 16 at the age of 62, following complications from a severe head injury he sustained after slipping and falling in his bathroom at his residence on August 2.
Soren was admitted to a hospital in Jamshedpur before being airlifted to Delhi on August 2, where a multidisciplinary team of senior specialists provided intensive medical care. Despite their efforts, he passed away on August 15 at Apollo Hospital, New Delhi.
The news of Soren's demise elicited widespread grief and significantly impacted Jharkhand's political landscape. Chief Minister Hemant Soren confirmed the news on a social media platform, and leaders from various political parties paid tribute to Soren at the Vidhan Sabha in Ranchi.
Congress leader Rajesh Thakur condoled the demise of Jharkhand's education minister, describing him as a straightforward, simple, polite, and honest person who worked sincerely in the field of education. Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar also expressed grief over Soren's demise.
Before his passing, Soren was known for his dedication to education reform and grassroots public service. His loss is being felt across political and social circles, highlighting the loss of a committed leader who had served as a vital pillar in Jharkhand's politics, especially in the Kolhan region and the broader Jharkhand movement.
In other education-related news, the TNTET 2025 Exam registration was still open until September 8. However, due to Soren's demise, the exam has been postponed, and new dates are yet to be announced. The HPSC has also released a revised 2025 exam calendar with key dates announced for Assistant Professor and Treasury exams.
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- The news of Soren's demise has sparked debates about the role of education in politics, with many journalists questioning how the lack of quality education could impact India's elections.
- Meanwhile, in the realm of general news, reports of a significant car accident involving a high-profile politician caused a stir, raising questions about the safety measures in place during election campaigns.
- In a surprising twist, it was reported that a wave of migration from rural to urban areas in Jharkhand had increased due to unemployment and the lack of opportunities, leaving many villagers vulnerable to crime-and-justice issues.
- Amidst these developments, a series of fires broke out in several parts of India, causing extensive damage to properties and raising concerns about fire safety norms and their enforcement.
- As the world grapples with war-and-conflicts, a ceasefire in a notable region was announced, bringing hope for peace and the return of normalcy to the affected areas.
- On a brighter note, the local fire department successfully managed to extinguish a massive factory fire without any casualties, hailing it as a significant achievement in fire safety and disaster management.
