List of Chief Ministers of Jharkhand From 2000 to 2024

Jharkhand, carved out of Bihar on November 15, 2000, is known for its rich mineral resources and tribal heritage. Check List of Chief Ministers of Jharkhand here.

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Jharkhand, carved out of Bihar on November 15, 2000, is known for its rich mineral resources and tribal heritage. Since its formation, the state has witnessed frequent political shifts, showcasing a diverse political history. Understanding the Chief Ministers of Jharkhand is crucial for aspirants preparing for exams like UPSC, SSC, and State PCS, as it offers insights into state politics, governance, and leadership trends.

List of Chief Ministers of Jharkhand

S. No.	Name	Tenure	Party	Key Notes
1	Babulal Marandi	15 Nov 2000 – 17 Mar 2003	Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)	First CM of Jharkhand; focused on infrastructure and industrial development.
2	Arjun Munda	17 Mar 2003 – 2 Mar 2005	Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)	Emphasized tribal welfare; lost power due to a no-confidence motion.
3	Shibu Soren	2 Mar 2005 – 12 Mar 2005	Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)	Brief tenure; failed to prove majority.
4	Arjun Munda	12 Mar 2005 – 14 Sep 2006	Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)	Resigned after coalition partner withdrew support.
5	Madhu Koda	14 Sep 2006 – 23 Aug 2008	Independent (UPA support)	India’s first independent CM; faced corruption charges later.
6	Shibu Soren	27 Aug 2008 – 18 Jan 2009	Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)	Resigned after losing a by-election.
7	President’s Rule	19 Jan 2009 – 30 Dec 2009	–	Imposed due to political instability.
8	Shibu Soren	30 Dec 2009 – 31 May 2010	Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)	Resigned after a political deadlock.
9	Arjun Munda	11 Sep 2010 – 18 Jan 2013	Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)	Promoted industrial growth; resigned after coalition collapse.
10	President’s Rule	18 Jan 2013 – 12 Jul 2013	–	Political instability led to another President’s Rule.
11	Raghubar Das	28 Dec 2014 – 29 Dec 2019	Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)	First non-tribal CM; focused on urbanization and reforms.
12	Hemant Soren	29 Dec 2019 – Present	Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)	Current CM; known for tribal welfare and COVID-19 management.

Detailed List of Chief Ministers of Jharkhand

1. Babulal Marandi (2000–2003)

Tenure: 15 November 2000 – 17 March 2003
Party: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Key Contributions:
- The first Chief Minister of Jharkhand.
- Focused on state infrastructure and industrial development.
- Resigned due to internal party conflicts and political instability.

2. Arjun Munda (2003–2005)

Tenure: 17 March 2003 – 2 March 2005
Party: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Key Contributions:
- Emphasized tribal welfare and developmental policies.
- His government fell due to a no-confidence motion.

3. Shibu Soren (2005)

Tenure: 2 March 2005 – 12 March 2005 (First Term)
Party: Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)
Key Contributions:
- Brief tenure marked by political turbulence.
- Failed to prove majority in the assembly.

4. Arjun Munda (2005–2006)

Tenure: 12 March 2005 – 14 September 2006
Party: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Key Contributions:
- Continued focus on tribal welfare and economic reforms.
- Resigned after losing coalition support.

5. Madhu Koda (2006–2008)

Tenure: 14 September 2006 – 23 August 2008
Party: Independent (Supported by UPA)
Key Contributions:
- India’s first independent Chief Minister.
- Focused on inclusive development but faced corruption allegations.

6. Shibu Soren (2008–2009)

Tenure: 27 August 2008 – 18 January 2009 (Second Term)
Party: Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)
Key Contributions:
- Focused on tribal rights and forest policies.
- Resigned after losing an assembly by-election.

7. President’s Rule (2009)

Duration: 19 January 2009 – 30 December 2009
Imposed due to political instability.

8. Shibu Soren (2009–2010)

Tenure: 30 December 2009 – 31 May 2010 (Third Term)
Party: Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)
Key Contributions:
- Strengthened tribal policies.
- Resigned following a political deadlock.

9. Arjun Munda (2010–2013)

Tenure: 11 September 2010 – 18 January 2013
Party: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Key Contributions:
- Promoted industrial growth and investment.
- Resigned due to coalition collapse.

10. President’s Rule (2013–2014)

Duration: 18 January 2013 – 12 July 2013
Imposed after the resignation of Arjun Munda.

11. Raghubar Das (2014–2019)

Tenure: 28 December 2014 – 29 December 2019
Party: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Key Contributions:
- First non-tribal Chief Minister of Jharkhand.
- Focused on urbanization and economic reforms.
- Lost the 2019 elections to Hemant Soren.

12. Hemant Soren (2019–Present)

Tenure: 29 December 2019 – Present
Party: Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)
Key Contributions:
- Implemented tribal welfare schemes like the Sarvajan Pension Yojana.
- Focused on education, healthcare, and women empowerment.
- Prominent leader during the COVID-19 crisis.

Deputy Chief Ministers of Jharkhand

S. No.	Name	Tenure	Party	Key Contributions
1	Stephen Marandi	2 March 2005 – 14 September 2006	Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)	Played a key role in coalition politics; focused on tribal welfare.
2	Sudesh Mahto	14 September 2006 – 23 August 2008	All Jharkhand Students Union (AJSU)	Focused on rural development and education policies.
3	Raghubar Das	27 August 2008 – 18 January 2009	Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)	Prominent BJP leader; later became the Chief Minister of Jharkhand.

Key Notes:

The position of Deputy Chief Minister in Jharkhand has been used strategically in coalition governments to balance political power and representation.
After 2009, Jharkhand hasn’t consistently had a Deputy Chief Minister, as coalition dynamics have shifted.

Political Trends in Jharkhand

Frequent imposition of President’s Rule due to coalition instability.
The dominance of tribal-focused politics with parties like JMM and BJP leading the state.
The emergence of independent candidates like Madhu Koda, showcased regional political dynamics.

List of Chief Ministers of Jharkhand