Ranchi Civic Polls: Hemant Soren Doppelgänger Enters Ward 52 Race | Ranchi Information – The Occasions of India

Ranchi: The state is abuzz with political exercise forward of the civic physique polls scheduled later this month, and extra so after a doppelgänger of chief minister Hemant Soren entered the ballot fray from Ward No. 52 of the Ranchi Municipal Council (RMC).Recognized as Munna Lohar, this 52-year-old councillor candidate is relying on his unintended resemblance to safe a win within the upcoming civic polls. In line with many, it’s troublesome to distinguish between Hemant and Munna at first look.A resident of Hatia and a theatre artiste by career, Munna entered the sphere on the final day of the nomination course of on Wednesday. As he got here out of the collectorate constructing after filling his nomination, he was surrounded by folks him in awe.“Ranchiites, particularly the voters of Ward 52, know me very effectively each for my CM-like look and my stage performances. On Wednesday, as I used to be leaving the collectorate, many approached me and took selfies. I’m hoping this appeal works in my favour and helps me win the election, in order that I can serve the folks,” an elated Munna instructed TOI.In 2022, he additionally acted in a brief movie titled ‘Noise – The Rickshawala’ within the lead position.“Later in 2024, the director instructed me to develop a beard for a sequel to the identical movie. So I did. Throughout that point, Hemant dada (CM) walked out of jail in a brand new avatar, with lengthy hair and a beard, precisely like mine. Out of the blue, my neighbours began calling me ‘Hemant Soren Junior’ due to my seems, and thus coincidentally, I grew to become his lookalike,” Munna stated.Progressively, Munna grew to become so fashionable within the metropolis and on social media that the CM himself as soon as invited him to satisfy at his residence in Sept 2024. Recalling the primary assembly with Hemant, Munna stated, “I used to be afraid to satisfy him, pondering he would scold me. However he hugged me and stated, “’Mere Chhota bhai kaha Kumbh Mela mein kho gaye the, aao baitho’. After that, all my fears disappeared. I acquired to know the beneficiant and humble facet of Hemant dada.”As Munna now enters the ballot race, he’s decided to concentrate on many pertinent points, starting from open drains and the absence of road lights to the security of girls, as his ballot agenda. He needed to supply options after securing the councillor’s publish.“I’ve to date been elevating consciousness about many social points by road performs and theatrical performances. However this time, I’m decided to carry options to the civic points reasonably than simply speaking about them. I’m certain Ward No. 52 voters will give me an opportunity to serve them,” a assured Munna stated.