Basant Soren hails from Jharkhand and was born into the influential Soren political family, which has played a defining role in the state’s political history. His father Shibu Soren is a founder figure of the Jharkhand movement, while his brother Hemant Soren has served as Chief Minister.
He entered active politics through the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and gradually emerged as a younger face of the party. His political rise was closely watched due to his family background and growing organisational role in the Santhal Pargana region.
In 2019, he contested the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly election from Dumka constituency and won, marking his formal entry into the state legislature. His victory strengthened the party’s hold in one of its traditional strongholds.
As MLA, he has remained involved in constituency development, public outreach, and regional political matters. He has also been seen as part of the next generation of leadership within the party. His political presence has continued to grow alongside the broader influence of the Soren family in Jharkhand politics.
As of 2026, he continues to be active in Jharkhand politics, maintaining his influence while actively engaging in legislative responsibilities, constituency-level interactions, party organisation, and broader political affairs.
| Full Name | Basant Soren |
| Place of Birth | Dumka, Jharkhand |
| Party Name | Jharkhand Mukti Morcha |
| Education | 10th Pass |
| Profession | Business & Other Sources |
| Father's Name | Shibu Soren |
| Mother's Name | NA |
| Spouse's Name | Hemlata Soren |
| Spouse's Profession | Business & Other Sources |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Website | basantsoren.in |
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