Arjun Munda is all set to be the new Chief Minister of Jharkhand. Mr. Munda's name has been cleared by the BJP central leadership to lead the BJP, JMM, AJSU coalition Govt. in the State. <br/> <br/>BJP sources said in New Delhi, though the name was to be announced on Saturday itself, it was put off due to the death of former Vice Presdient Bhairon Singh Shekhawat. <br/> <br/>Mr. Munda has been asked by the central leadership to ensure support of all JMM lagislators, especially the disgruntled ones for a smooth floor test. The sources further informed that both the BJP and JMM have agreed to share Chief Ministership for 28 months each on rotation basis. <br/> <br/>The JMM has also accepted BJP demand to have the first shot at power under the power sharing deal. <br/> <br/>AIR correspondent reports, it will be third time that the Jamshedpur MP, Mr. Arjun Munda heads the 82 member assembly. Mr. Munda who was in Delhi, has left for Ranchi to muster necessary support for himself and convince Sibu Soren to resign. <br/><br/>
News On AIR | May 16, 2010 1:47 PM
Arjun Munda all set to be new Jharkhand CM