Mandal Murmu, who signed Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s nomination, joined the BJP, pledging to address demographic changes in Santhal Pargana. This move, seen as receiving blessings from historical leaders Sidhu-Kanhu and Phulo Jhano, reflects concerns over tribal culture erosion and Bangladeshi infiltration. Jharkhand Assembly elections are scheduled for November 13 and 20.
