New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- Former Jharkhand chief minister Shibu Soren, 81, passed away on Monday after prolonged illness, his son CM Hemant Soren confirmed. PM Modi expressed condolences over his demise and said he was "passionate about empowering tribal communities, the poor and downtrodden".

"Respected Guru Dishom has left us all. Today, I have become empty," posted Hemant on X. He was admitted to the Sri Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi for more than a month and was hospitalised in the last week of June with a kidney-related issue.

PM Modi stated, "Shri Shibu Soren Ji was a grassroots leader who rose through the ranks of public life with unwavering dedication to the people. He was particularly passionate about empowering tribal communities, th...