List of Deputy Chief Ministers of Jharkhand

The Deputy Chief Minister of Jharkhand is a key member of the state government, assisting the Chief Minister in various administrative and policy matters. The role involves managing specific portfolios and ensuring smooth governance. Read More about Deputy Chief Ministers of Jharkhand. 

Updated On - 05 Sep 2025

Current Deputy Chief Minister of Jharkhand

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Here is the list of Deputy Chief Ministers of Jharkhand from its formation in 2008 to 2013:

Name

Tenure

Political Party

Constituency

Hemant Soren and Sudesh Mahto

11 Sept 2010 – 18 Jan 2013

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and All Jharkhand Students Union

Silli and Barhait

Raghubar Das and Sudesh Mahto

30 Dec 2009 – 31 May 2010

Bharatiya Janata Party and All Jharkhand Students Union

Jamshedpur East and Silli

Stephen Marandi

27 Aug 2008 – 18 Jan 2009

Indian National Congress

Dumka

Sudhir Mahato

14 Sept 2006 – 23 Aug 2008

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha

Jamshedpur West

FAQs on Deputy Chief Minister of Jharkhand

  • Can there be more than one Deputy Chief Minister in Jharkhand?

    Yes, Jharkhand can have more than one Deputy Chief Minister, especially when the ruling party wishes to balance power among different regions or communities.

  • Who appoints the Deputy Chief Minister of Jharkhand?

    The Chief Minister of Jharkhand, in consultation with the party leadership, appoints the Deputy Chief Minister(s) as part of the state cabinet.

  • Do Deputy Chief Ministers have the same powers as the Chief Minister?

    No, Deputy Chief Ministers do not have the same powers as the Chief Minister. They primarily assist the Chief Minister and take over responsibilities when the Chief Minister is unavailable.

  • Who is the current Deputy Chief Minister of Jharkhand?

    As of June 2025, Jharkhand does not have a Deputy Chief Minister. Although there were speculations about appointing Basant Soren, brother of Chief Minister Hemant Soren, to the position, no official appointment has been made.

  • Can Jharkhand have more than one Deputy Chief Minister?

    Yes, Jharkhand has had instances of appointing two Deputy Chief Ministers simultaneously. For example, in 2006, both Stephen Marandi and Sudhir Mahato were appointed as Deputy Chief Ministers to balance coalition interests.

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