"The biggest challenge, then and now, is and has always been of acceptance. Inclusive acceptance is what we seek. Although there have been moments of complete let down, I see challenges as an opportunity to bring about change," B Manjamma Jogathi, a transgender folk artiste, said
As per the data published on the ECI’s website on March 2, there were 4,468 transgender voters in the state. At a press conference on March 29, the Chief Election Commissioner pegged the number at 41,312.
The transgender community has hit back strongly at JD(S) Karnataka president CM Ibrahim for his ‘transphobic’ comments while criticising the BJP government. While transgender artist Manjamma Jogathi lashed out at Ibrahim for "humiliating" the community, the Karnataka Sexual Minorities Forum is all set to stage a protest this evening, demanding an apology from Ibrahim.