Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Mizoram's Oldest Woman, Famiangi, Dies at 117 Years Old
Famiangi, a woman believed to be the oldest in northeastern India, has died at 117.
She lived in a village in Mizoram and had a large family, including many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was born a long time ago and saw the country change a lot.
Even at her age, she was interested in politics and voted in elections.
She was known for her good health for most of her life, but her health recently started to decline.
She was recognized as one of the oldest people in India and the world.
Famiangi, the oldest woman in northeastern states, passed away at 117.
She died at her home in Mizoram's Pangkhua village.
Famiangi was born in 1908 and witnessed significant historical events.
She was known for her interest in politics and voted in the 2023 elections.
Her health declined in recent months due to age-related issues.
- Who
- Famiangi
- What
- Famiangi, the oldest woman in the northeastern states, died.
- When
- Tuesday morning
- Where
- Her home in Mizoram's Pangkhua village.
- Why
- Due to age-related health problems.
- Age at Death
- 117
- Location of Death
- Pangkhua village, Mizoram
- Born
- 1908
- Children
- 8
- Grandchildren
- 51
- Great-Grandchildren
- 122
- Great-Great-Grandchildren
- 22