Lobin Hembrom, a former Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader, has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), citing significant discontent within the JMM and asserting that it is no longer the party it once was. Hembrom, a prominent tribal leader who was expelled from the JMM, expressed concerns about issues like Bangladeshi infiltration and emphasized his commitment to protecting tribal rights. His shift to the BJP comes ahead of the upcoming Jharkhand legislative assembly elections, with former JMM chief minister Champai Soren also recently joining the BJP. The BJP sees Hembrom's induction as a boost, especially in light of the JMM's internal challenges and criticisms. Hembrom's move reflects a growing trend of discontent among JMM leaders, potentially reshaping the political landscape in Jharkhand as the elections approach.