Chana claimed to have the “World’s Largest Family,” although this is impossible to verify, as others, such as Winston Blackmore of Canada, are said to have over 100 children.
According to Aljazeera, Chana hails from the northeastern state of Mizoram and leads the Chana Pawl religious sect, which was formed by his father in 1942. Chana Pawl has around 2,000 people, the majority of them live in Baktawang village in Mizoram.
According to Indian media sources, Chana died as a result of problems connected to diabetes and high blood pressure.
“He was transferred to a private hospital in another district, and according to information received, he died away today (Sunday),” Kumar Abhishek, the Serchhip district deputy commissioner, told Anadolu Agency.
The religious cult is said to dwell in a pink four-story home known as the “New Generation Home.” The huge family is accommodated in 100 rooms, and the spouses share a dormitory adjoining Chana’s own room.
Despite his large family, Chana told the Reuters news agency in 2011 that he intended to expand it even more.
Chana told Reuters, “I am eager to extend my family and prepared to go to any length to marry.” “I feel fortunate since I have so many people to care for and look after.”