Nemra, Ramgarh: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren performed the fifth-day rituals of his late mother, Rupi Soren, at his ancestral village of Nemra on Monday. He observed the traditional religious ceremonies with family members, following local customs and family traditions.
The rituals were conducted at the family’s ancestral home in the presence of relatives. Hemant Soren paid tribute to his late mother and participated in the ceremonies with reverence.
Family Observes Traditional Shraddha Rituals
Following his mother’s death, Hemant Soren has been staying in Nemra to participate in the customary rituals associated with her passing.
The family has continued to observe the traditional rites according to local customs. Family members took part in the ceremonies and followed the established practices associated with the Shraddha observances.
The rituals reflect the family’s commitment to preserving its religious and cultural traditions while paying homage to the departed.
Rupi Soren Passed Away on October 7
Rupi Soren, mother of Chief Minister Hemant Soren and wife of late Jharkhand Mukti Morcha founder Shibu Soren, died at a private hospital in Ranchi on the night of October 7, 2026, after a prolonged illness.
Her death prompted condolences from political leaders and people from different sections of society across Jharkhand.
Last Rites Performed in Nemra on October 8
Rupi Soren’s last rites were performed on October 8, 2026, at her ancestral village of Nemra in Ramgarh district, following traditional customs.
Hemant Soren performed the last rites and lit his mother’s funeral pyre at Dhekanala Ghat, the same location where his father, Shibu Soren, was cremated in August 2025.
Following the cremation, the family began observing the customary rituals associated with her passing.
The fifth-day ceremony on Monday formed part of these continuing family observances.
