Swiss Man's Journey to Reunite with His Biological Mother After 45 Years
Against all odds | How this Swiss man’s decades-long search for his mother changed everything for him
The Indian Express
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Matthias, a Swiss man adopted from Mumbai, India, at age two, embarked on a decades-long quest to find his biological mother. After numerous attempts, he finally reunited with her, gaining insights into his roots and personal identity, while also reflecting on his challenging childhood as an adopted child in Switzerland.
- 01Matthias was adopted from Mumbai, India, at the age of two and grew up in Switzerland.
- 02He faced bullying and exclusion as one of the few people of color in his village.
- 03Despite multiple attempts, he struggled to obtain information about his biological mother for decades.
- 04With the help of the organization Against Child Trafficking, he finally accessed sealed records.
- 05The reunion with his mother brought a profound sense of peace and understanding of his identity.
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Matthias, born in 1978 in Mumbai, India, was adopted and raised in a small village near Zurich, Switzerland. For decades, he grappled with feelings of confusion and loss regarding his identity as an adopted child. Despite facing bullying and exclusion due to his background, he always felt a strong desire to connect with his biological mother. After numerous attempts to find her, including visits to adoption centers and consultations with lawyers, he received support from the Pune-based organization Against Child Trafficking. In late 2025, they successfully opened sealed records, allowing Matthias to reunite with his mother after 45 years. The emotional reunion was filled with joy and relief, helping Matthias understand his roots and providing him with a sense of peace. Now a successful managing director in Switzerland, he cherishes his role as a father and reflects on the profound impact of reconnecting with his mother on his life.
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Matthias's story highlights the emotional complexities faced by adopted children and the importance of understanding one's roots. His journey may inspire others in similar situations to seek their biological families.
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