Hemant Soren’s year has seen a dramatic turnaround, from being arrested in January over a land scam to emerging victorious in Jharkhand’s elections. Despite facing family defections, legal battles, and political turmoil, Soren led the JMM to secure 33 seats, boosting the ruling alliance’s strength to 55. The BJP-led alliance lagged behind with just 25 seats, securing Soren’s second term as chief minister.