Thomas ‘the miracle’ celebrates 25th birthday

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August 17, 2026

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Thomas ‘the miracle’ celebrates 25th birthday

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A SPECIAL birthday party was held at a church in Barrackpore two Sundays ago, to celebrate Thomas Baboolal on his 25th birthday.

The boy born without arms and legs so deformed he was unable to move had defied all odds because he was not supposed to survive. But Thomas continues to face his daily challenges with a smile, proving that true passion for life comes from within.’

The Express visited Thomas at his Chester Street, Debe, home last week Monday, on his birthday.

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