Mahto, who represented Giridih's Dumri assembly seat, was moved to Chennai after he fell ill during the state budget session last month.
Digital Desk: Jharkhand Education Minister Jagarnath Mahto died this morning while receiving treatment at a hospital in Chennai. After contracting Covid in November 2020, the 56-year-old leader underwent lung transplantation.
Chief Minister Hemant Soren confirmed the death of the senior Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader, calling it "irreparable damage."
"Our tiger Jagarnath Da is no more! Today, Jharkhand has lost one of its great agitators, combative, hardworking, and popular leader. Respected Jagarnath Mahato ji passed away during treatment in Chennai," Soren tweeted.
May God give peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family during this difficult time of mourning, said the Chief Minister.
It may be mentioned that Mahto, who represented Giridih's Dumri assembly seat, was moved to Chennai after he fell ill during the state budget session last month.
