‘AAP failed us’: Transwoman files nomination papers from Kalkaji
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‘AAP failed us’: Transwoman files nomination papers from Kalkaji

The Hindu  

Stating that the ruling Aam Aadmi Party has “failed to uplift transgender community”, Rajan Singh, 27, who identifies herself as a transwoman, on Wednesday filed her nomination papers from the Kalkaji, the home constituency Chief Minister Atishi for the Delhi Assembly poll. Ms. Singh said in the past 10 years, “no work has been done” for the transgender community in Delhi, adding that she hopes to bring a change. Stating that education and employment are the keys to uplift transgender persons, Ms. Singh said, “If voted to power, my priority would bring reservation for my community in school and higher education and in jobs, construct separate wards in hospitals, and public toilets for transgender persons.” Ms. Singh had earlier contested from the South Delhi constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections as an Independent candidate. Even though Ms. Singh secured just over 300 votes, she said her community and its needs are becoming more visible in politics now.

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