The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday (March 25, 2026) passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, a day after the Lok Sabha cleared the legislation. He said the Bill will ensure protection to only those who face discrimination due to biological issues and added that transgender people will continue to get legal recognition and protection. Trinamool Congress MP Saket Gokhale said that only 32,000 transgender persons out of their five lakh population (according to the 2011 Census) have obtained certificates and identity cards so far under the existing Act. Mr. Gokhale said that 31% of transgender people in India have attempted suicide and out of them, 50% were below the age of 20. Why is it that the government is not considering the request of the Supreme Court-appointed committee?” Mr. Brittas asked.

Source: The Hindu March 25, 2026 17:55 UTC