Tensions within Jharkhand’s ruling coalition, led by JMM and the Congress, are escalating. Recent statements from JMM leaders indicate a conditional relationship with the Congress, particularly concerning their influence in the Santhal Pargana region. This has sparked a political debate about the future of the alliance.
JMM Central Secretary Suprio Bhattacharya’s remarks suggest that Congress’s political standing in Santhal Pargana is contingent on JMM’s support. He highlighted the deep connection the people of Santhal have with JMM and its leaders. He essentially claimed that the Congress’s success in the region is tied to their alliance with JMM.
Congress leaders responded by emphasizing their own presence and electoral victories in Santhal Pargana, urging unity within the alliance. They underscored the importance of the coalition’s collective efforts in winning the 2024 assembly elections.
The BJP has seized the opportunity to criticize the coalition, citing a lack of coordination and predicting instability. They allege that the coalition’s primary objective is power and financial gain.
The 2024 assembly elections saw the JMM, Congress, and RJD jointly contest and win a majority of the seats in Santhal Pargana. This victory underscores the significance of the region in Jharkhand’s political landscape, leading to increased attention on Santhal’s political dynamics.