Heart and Soul: 100YO Malaysian planter is still working in oil palm plantation


V. Ranganathan celebrated his 100th birthday on April 12. He is the oldest living member of the Incorporated Society of Planters. Photo: Ben Lopez

Not many senior citizens live to celebrate their 100th birthday. But when one reaches this milestone, it is not surprising if one receives extra attention from their family, friends and well-wishers.

My friend, V. Ranganathan, whom I have known from my days in Teluk Intan in the early 1980s, belongs to this rare breed of people as he celebrated his 100 birthday on April 12, 2022.

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