Santal Leaders Seek CM's Presence at Two Major Sarna Dharma Events

Ranchi: A delegation of Santal community leaders met Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Saturday at his official residence office on Kanke Road in Ranchi and invited him to two major Sarna faith gatherings later this year.

The group, which represented the Lugu Buru Ghanta Badi Dharom Garh and the 'Marang Buru Dharmagarh Maha Sammelan', asked the Chief Minister to join both events as the chief guest.

The Marang Buru Dharmagarh Maha Sammelan-2026 will be held on November 4 and 5, 2026, at Marang Buru in Madhuban, Piritand, Giridih. The 26th International Santal Social-Sarna Dharma Sammelan 2026 will follow from November 22 to 24, 2026, on the occasion of Sohrai Kunami (Kartik Purnima), at TTPS Lalpania in Bokaro.

The delegation said the events are being prepared on a grand scale, as they are every year. Large numbers of Sarna followers from different parts of the country and abroad are expected to take part.

The sammelans will also feature deep discussions on tribal heritage, lifestyle, rituals, and the importance of unity among tribal communities. Members briefed the Chief Minister on the complete schedule for both gatherings.

CM Hemant Soren welcomed the delegation and wished the organisers success. He reiterated his commitment, stating, 'The state government is completely devoted to safeguarding and promoting tribal culture, its proud heritage, and the faith of our people. Such efforts will keep going so that our identity and existence remain secure.'

Fagu Besra, a state minister-rank holder and president of the Marang Buru Bachao Morcha, was among those present. Others included Hiralal Manjhi, Somai Tudu, Mahavir Murmu, Vishnu Kisku, Suresh Hembram, Sudhir Baske, Babli Soren, Bhagwan Kisku, Shanichar Besra, Ladu Manjhi, Dr Dumni Mayi Murmu, and Sonaram Manjhi, along with other distinguished Santal representatives.