India's 'Oldest Working Journalist', War Veteran Lalbiakthanga Pachuau Turns 99

From battlefield valour to social impact, veteran Lalbiakthanga Pachua turns 99

New Delhi: From valour on the battlefield to a voice that helped shape society, a life of service continues to inspire. The Territorial Army and Assam Rifles under Spear Corps marked the 99th birthday of Padma Shri Havildar Lalbiakthanga Pachua (Retd) in Aizawl, Mizoram, as he entered his centennial year. A distinguished veteran of the 3rd Battalion, The Assam Regiment, and a World War II veteran, his journey reflects a rare continuity of purpos…

India's 'oldest working journalist', war veteran Lalbiakthanga Pachuau turns 99

Aizawl, Mar 25 (PTI) Lalbiakthanga Pachuau, the country's "oldest working journalist" and Padma Shri recipient, turned 99 on Wednesday.As a goodwill gesture, Territorial Army under the aegis of Assam Rifles celebrated the birthday of the war veteran in a ceremonial function held at the Assam Rifles base in Aizawl, a defence spokesperson said.In the morning, the force's band party performed 'Happy Birthday' to congratulate Pachuau at his home, sh…

Mizoram: Veteran journalist Lalbiakthanga Pachuau marks 99th birthday

Aizawl: Lalbiakthanga Pachuau, widely recognised as India’s oldest working journalist, marked his 99th birthday while continuing his role as Editor of the long-running daily Zoram Tlangau, underscoring a lifetime dedicated to public service, media, and community development. Born in Saichal village, Pachuau displayed leadership from an early age, serving as a Boy Scout Troop Leader […] The post Mizoram: Veteran journalist Lalbiakthanga Pachuau m…