Jharkhand: Cong, JMM hold talks; tie-up soon

July 04, 2013 19:58

With a broad agreement reached for a Congress-JMM alliance in Jharkhand, leaders from both parties today discussed the nitty-gritty of government formation in the state and the joint statement to be issued while announcing the pact.

The announcement of the new government in Jharkhand could be made in a day or two as discussions have been completed.

The tribal-dominated state is under President's Rule since January 18 after the collapse of the Arjun Munda-led BJP government following the withdrawal of support by JMM on January 8.

A decision has to be taken before July 18 on whether to form a government or extend the term of President's Rule.

Hemant Soren, son of JMM leader Shibu Soren, who is tipped to be the next chief minister, drove to the AICC headquarters in the morning, where he was closeted with Congress general secretary in-charge for Jharkhand Hariprasad.

Soren, who was supposed to meet Congress President Sonia Gandhi for last days, has not got an appointment as yet.

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