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In India, a 103-year-old woman was "resurrected" at her own birthday funeral

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Thursday, 15 January, 2026, 17:38
In India, a 103-year-old woman was "resurrected" at her own birthday funeral

In the Indian state of Maharashtra, a 103-year-old woman regained consciousness during her own funeral, which took place on her birthday. This was reported by the Hindustan newspaper on January 15.

"103-year-old Gangabai was considered dead. Everything was ready for the funeral rite," it follows from the material.

According to tradition, a tent was set up near the house, and the woman was dressed in a funeral sari. Numerous relatives and friends gathered at the ceremony, who were already waiting for the arrival of a car to transport the body.