An evolution in gender politics: A transsexual contests BBMP elections in Karnataka

mybangalore.com – by Nishal Lama

Praja Rajakiya Vedike (PRV), a forum for city-based activists, has nominated two of their candidates for the upcoming BBMP elections: Veena S. from Okalipuram ward and A. Derick Anil from Hebbala ward.

Being the first time ever that any transsexual has been nominated for an electoral scene in the state, P.R.V. remains to be skeptic as to how things may unfold in days to come. B.T. Venkatesh, an advocate and an active member from PRV, said, “We have been working with the community for long, empowering them in all walks of life”…