Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Attends Oxford Reception, Explores Collaborations

• Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren attended a reception at Somerville College, University of Oxford, as part of his UK academic engagements.
• The reception, hosted by Somerville College's principal Catherine Royle, acknowledged Soren's leadership in indigenous welfare, sustainability, climate action, and equitable higher education.
• Discussions highlighted potential deeper engagement between Oxford's research community and Jharkhand's governance priorities, especially in environmental policy and sustainable development.
• Soren visited St John’s College archives, viewing records of tribal stalwart Jaipal Singh Munda, and expressed interest in collaboration for archival preservation.
• The CM also explored a dedicated St John’s-Jharkhand Doctoral Scholarship honoring Munda and Shibu Soren, and paid tribute to S Radhakrishnan at All Souls College.

Why It Matters: CM Hemant Soren's Oxford visit focused on academic collaborations, indigenous welfare, and preserving tribal heritage.