Archive · 21 May 2025
Jharkhand University Unveils Statue, Sparks Political Dispute
The Binod Bihari Mahto Koylanchal University (BBMKU) in Dhanbad held an event to unveil a statue of Binod Bihari Mahto, a leader in the Jharkhand statehood movement.
The Chief Minister, Hemant Soren, highlighted the university's establishment in 2014 as a step to help students.
The Governor expressed concerns about the standard of higher education and faculty shortages.
A point of contention arose as Dhanbad MLA Raj Sinha criticized Hemant for taking credit for the university's establishment, claiming it was set up during a previous government's tenure and he suggested the name.
The event included cultural performances and the university's anthem.
A statue of Binod Bihari Mahto was unveiled at the Binod Bihari Mahto Koylanchal University (BBMKU).
Chief Minister Hemant Soren and Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar attended the event.
The Chief Minister highlighted the university's establishment as a landmark step for students.
The Governor expressed concern over the standards of higher education in Jharkhand.
A dispute arose over who should receive credit for the university's establishment and naming.
- Who
- Chief Minister Hemant Soren, Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar, and others attended the statue unveiling of Binod Bihari Mahto.
- What
- A statue of Binod Bihari Mahto was unveiled at the BBMKU, followed by speeches and cultural events.
- When
- The event was held on Monday.
- Where
- Binod Bihari Mahto Koylanchal University (BBMKU), Dhanbad.
- Why
- The event was held to honor Binod Bihari Mahto, a leader in the Jharkhand statehood movement, and to mark the university's association with him.
Hemant Soren (Chief Minister)
Raj Sinha (Dhanbad MLA)
University Establishment
Hemant Soren (Chief Minister)
The government established the university in 2014.
Raj Sinha (Dhanbad MLA)
The university was established during the tenure of the former BJP CM Raghubar Das.
University Naming
Hemant Soren (Chief Minister)
Hemant Soren stated he suggested naming the university after Binod Bihari Mahto.
Raj Sinha (Dhanbad MLA)
Raj Sinha claims he suggested naming the university after Binod Bihari Mahto.
- State
- Jharkhand
- Location
- Dhanbad
- University Establishment Year
- 2014
- University Name
- Binod Bihari Mahto