"1,2,3...": Video Shows Jharkhand MLAs' Roll Call Amid Uncertainty

Champai Soren said the Governor had invited them to form the government

The MLAs of the ruling coalition in Jharkhand, who have backed Champai Soren for the Chief Minister post, held a roll call inside the Raj Bhavan today when they went to meet Governor CP Radhakrishnan and stake claim to form the government.

A video shows the roll call starting with Champai Soren. As the camera moves, the MLAs call out numbers to mark their presence. This video was reportedly shown to the Governor as a proof of majority.

Speaking to the media after meeting the Governor, Mr Soren said they have urged the Governor to invite him to form the government.