New Delhi: Cabinet Minister of Jharkhand Government and senior leader of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) Sudivya Kumar Sonu has passed away. According to the information, his health suddenly deteriorated while sleeping at his residence in Giridih last night. It has come to light that he had a heart attack. Family members and supporters immediately took him to a private hospital in Giridih, where doctors tried their best to treat him, but could not save him.
Supporters and officials gathered at the hospital late at night
As soon as the news of Sudivya Kumar Sonu's health deteriorating, a large number of family members, supporters and JMM workers reached the hospital. Administration officials also reached there to get information about the situation. It was told that his condition was very serious, hence it was not possible to take him to Ranchi.
The transience of life…
Today only the memories of those friends who were among us are with us. The uncertainty of life has once again left us in deep sorrow and grief.
The entire JMM family is saddened by the untimely demise of Sudivya Kumar, a dedicated friend of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and Minister of Jharkhand Government. pic.twitter.com/CqsHItNpzR
— Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (@JmmJharkhand) September 6, 2026
As soon as the news of his demise came out, a wave of mourning ran in the political circles of Jharkhand. Party leaders and workers have expressed grief over his sudden demise. Condolences were also expressed by JMM through social media.
Sudivya Kumar Sonu was elected MLA twice
Sudivya Kumar Sonu was the MLA from Giridih Sadar Assembly seat. He registered his strong presence in politics by winning the assembly elections for the first time in 2019. After this, he also won the 2024 assembly elections. After becoming MLA for the second consecutive time, he got the responsibility of cabinet minister in Hemant Soren government.
As a minister, he held important portfolios like Tourism, Art-Culture, Sports and Youth Affairs, Urban Development and Higher and Technical Education. He was also seen active on behalf of the government on many issues related to students, recruitment and education.
Hemant was among the leaders close to Soren.
Sudivya Kumar Sonu was considered among the leaders close to Chief Minister Hemant Soren. He also had a good hold on the politics of Giridih. His journey from MLA to minister was considered important in regional politics.
JMM has suffered a major shock due to his sudden demise. There is deep mourning among party workers and supporters. His demise is being considered a big loss for the politics of Jharkhand.