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Mother and Son Reunited in South Asia, after 23 years apart

Prakasam had run away from home at 16 years old after a quarrel with his brother and eventually became trapped in forced labour at a buffalo farm for 15 years. Today, 39-year-old Prakasam is safe, reunited with his mother.

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Mother and Son Reunited in South Asia, after 23 years apart

A mother and son have been reunited after 23 years apart. Prakasam had run away from home at 16 years old after a quarrel with his brother and eventually became trapped in forced labour at a buffalo farm for 15 years. Today, 39-year-old Prakasam is safe, reunited with his mother and brother, after local authorities helped him return home.

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Suresh’s Dream Became a Reality

In 2013, Suresh’s family were in search of stability after the passing of his grandfather. Desperate to build a home and settle down, they accepted an advance of 25,000 rupees from a brick kiln owner. The promise was simple: 500 rupees (approximately HK$41) for every 1,000 bricks.

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The Miracle Lives On

Today, Miracle* spends her days guiding tourists through Indonesia, leading travelers through historic sites and sharing stories from the past. She loves watching people light up with curiosity and joy. “When I take people out for trips, I feel so proud and satisfied when I see people happy,” she said. It is the kind of life she once feared she would never have.

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Mother and Son Reunited in South Asia, after 23 years apart

A mother and son have been reunited after 23 years apart. Prakasam had run away from home at 16 years old after a quarrel with his brother and eventually became trapped in forced labour at a buffalo farm for 15 years. Today, 39-year-old Prakasam is safe, reunited with his mother and brother, after local authorities helped him return home.

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Suresh’s Dream Became a Reality

In 2013, Suresh’s family were in search of stability after the passing of his grandfather. Desperate to build a home and settle down, they accepted an advance of 25,000 rupees from a brick kiln owner. The promise was simple: 500 rupees (approximately HK$41) for every 1,000 bricks.

Read full story

The Miracle Lives On

Today, Miracle* spends her days guiding tourists through Indonesia, leading travelers through historic sites and sharing stories from the past. She loves watching people light up with curiosity and joy. “When I take people out for trips, I feel so proud and satisfied when I see people happy,” she said. It is the kind of life she once feared she would never have.

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