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2 sources·Updated 1h ago

Sri Lanka’s Oldest Man Marks 111th Birthday

B.H. Meniyal, born in 1915, celebrated his 111th birthday with support from family and the National Secretariat for Elders. He has nine children, eight of whom are alive, along with 92 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

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  • Hiru News - English·1h agoSri Lanka’s oldest man celebrates 111 years
  • NewsWire English·6h agoSri Lanka’s oldest man celebrates 111 years, has 92 grandchildren

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Meniyal, a resident of Angulugalla in Karandeniya, who is considered Sri Lanka's oldest living man, reached the age of 111, according to the National Secretariat for Elders. He remains happy and mentally active, receiving care and support from his family, the National Secretariat for Elders stated.

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  • National Secretariat for Elders
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Nov 4, 10:40 AM
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Nov 4, 2:50 PM

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