New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- Shibu Soren, the veteran tribal leader who played a key role in Jharkhand's creation, died on Monday (August 4), leaving behind a legacy of power, struggles and controversies.

Shibu Soren breathed his last at 8:56 am on Monday at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi.

He is survived by his wife, Roopi Soren, and children - Hemant Soren (who is Jharkhand's chief minister), Basant Soren (MLA) and Anjali Soren (a social worker). His elder son, Durga Soren, died in May 2009.

Shibu Soren was central to Jharkhand politics and had an unmatched legacy. He was the face of tribal politics in the state and played a key role in the formation of Jharkhand.

He also co-founded the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), the political party now ...