Amid the speculations of Champai Soren becoming a member of the BJP, Jharkhand BJP president Babulal Marandi on Monday mentioned that no such talks occurred to date. Babulal Marandi mentioned that Champai is a seasoned politician and would himself determine his path. “No talk was held yet with Champai Soren. He is a seasoned politician and has been part of the separate Jharkhand movement. He will himself decide his own path,” Marandi mentioned.