Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Chennai Gay Couple's Journey to Build a Family Through Adoption
Srivatsan and Saravanan, a gay couple, adopted a son named Sendhan.
Srivatsan faced difficulties accepting himself and even attempted suicide due to family and society.
They met in Singapore, married in Canada, and adopted Sendhan through the Canadian legal system.
Because gay marriage isn't recognized in India, the process was complex and costly.
They are now happily raising their son, helping him adjust to a new environment and teaching him to be himself.
Srivatsan and Saravanan, a gay couple from Chennai, adopted a son named Sendhan.
Srivatsan struggled with self-acceptance and attempted suicide due to societal and familial pressure.
The couple met in Singapore, married in Canada, and adopted through Canadian legal processes.
Adoption faced challenges in India due to the non-recognition of same-sex marriage.
The couple emphasizes self-acceptance and finding supportive LGBTQ+ communities.
- Who
- Srivatsan and Saravanan.
- What
- A gay couple adopted a son.
- When
- The adoption process took over a year.
- Where
- Chennai, Singapore, Toronto, Canada.
- Why
- To build a family and overcome societal and legal hurdles.
- Locations
- Chennai, Singapore, Toronto, Canada
- Couple
- Srivatsan and Saravanan
- Marriage Year
- 2018
- Son's Name
- Sendhan
- Adoption Cost
- Over $60,000 CAD