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JMM senior leader and Jharkhand minister Sudivya Kumar dies at 56
Sudivya Kumar, a prominent Jharkhand Minister and senior figure in the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, has died at the age of 56. The party has described his death as an irreparable loss to both the organization and the state.
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Sudivya Kumar, a veteran leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and serving minister in the Jharkhand government, passed away on Wednesday at age 56. The JMM leadership expressed profound shock and grief at the untimely death of one of the party's most respected figures.
The party released a statement characterizing Kumar's demise as an "irreparable loss" to the JMM, the state government, and the broader people of Jharkhand. The minister had maintained a significant presence in state politics and governance, contributing to various policy initiatives and developmental programs.
Kumar's death comes at a notable moment for the JMM, which continues to play a crucial role in Jharkhand's political landscape. His colleagues in the party and government are expected to convene in the coming days to address the succession of his ministerial portfolio and honor his contributions to public service.
Details regarding the cause of death and funeral arrangements were not immediately available. The JMM is likely to announce tributes and memorial events in the coming days as the party and government mourn the loss of a key organizational leader.