SC: How can transgender ID cards be rendered invalid?

The Supreme Court sought the government's response on pleas alleging the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act attempts to erase benefits under the old law.

The court questioned how transgender ID cards issued under earlier provisions could be rendered invalid if amendments are prospective.

Senior advocates reported that hormone treatment is being denied to transgender individuals due to doctors fearing prosecution under the new law.

Allegations were made that the national portal for transgenders has been discontinued, denying them benefits.