The World's Largest Family Head Dies

Ziona Chana, head of a religious sect that practiced polygamy, died on Sunday, leaving 38 wives, 89 children, and 36 grandchildren behind.

The news was confirmed by the ruthless prime minister, Zoramthanga, who comforted his family through a tweet.

Chana reportedly suffered from diabetes and hypertension.

Doctors told the PTI news agency that Chana's condition deteriorated at home in his village, Baktawang Tangnova. He was rushed to hospital on Sunday evening, but arrived without signs of life, the BBC report.

However, it is difficult to say whether Chana really was the family head of the largest family in the world, for others claim the title.

It is also difficult to appreciate the exact size of Chana's family. At least one report claims he had 39 wives, 94 children, 33 grandchildren, and a great - grandson who adds up to 181.

While various local news reports have referred to it as the holder of the global “record” for such a large family, it is unclear which global record is.

Whether he has broken the world record or not, Chana and his family are an attraction for tourists who come to their village in northern India. /tch/