“The adoptions were not just acts of charity”: GLP calls on the Thurgau government to take action

The GLP Thurgau has submitted a simple request to the government council to shed light on the illegal adoptions of Indian children between 1973 and 2002. Several cases are said to concern the canton of Thurgau.

The report "Mother Unknown", which was commissioned by the cantons of Zurich and Thurgau, "reveals serious misconduct", according to a statement from the Thurgau Green Liberals. Many adoptions were carried out without the consent of the biological mothers and on the basis of forged documents.

"The adoptions were not just acts of charity, but also a business model," the GLP states. Homes in India released children for adoption and received money from Switzerland. "Despite missing or incomplete documents, the relevant authorities in Thurgau approved the adoptions. This means that the canton shares responsibility."

The GLP Thurgau is calling on the government council to clarify how many cases of illegally adopted children are known in Thurgau and how the canton is currently dealing with this burdensome past. It should also be examined whether the current cooperation with the organization Foster and Adoptive Children Switzerland is sufficient to clarify the origins of the children concerned or whether adjustments are necessary.

"Those affected are entitled to transparency and support. The government council must take responsibility and take measures to make amends," says GLP cantonal councilor and party president Stefan Leuthold. (hs)