Kalaignar Magalir Urimani Thogai scheme applications of nearly 4000 transgender women in Chennai rejected, alleges trans activist
1 year, 5 months ago

Kalaignar Magalir Urimani Thogai scheme applications of nearly 4000 transgender women in Chennai rejected, alleges trans activist

The Hindu  

Nearly 4,000 transwomen across Chennai still await approval under the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam, said Durgasri, a member of the Thirunangai Vizhigal Amaippu in Kannagi Nagar, Chennai. M. Radha, the first transwoman official of the district administration and Tamil Nadu Social Welfare Board member, said beneficiaries were asked to re-apply and the options must be visible. M. Radha, the first transwoman official of the district administration and Tamil Nadu Social Welfare Board member, said: Beneficiaries were asked to reapply with Aadhaar Cards and birth certificates as age proof. pic.twitter.com/Z80P9lgw5U — R Aishwaryaa September 28, 2023 However, the petitioner alleged that there were roughly 4,000 transwomen in the city still hoping for approval under the scheme as this issue persisted in many centres across the city and requested State government’s intervention.

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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