KOLKATA: As the country celebrated the National Transgender Day on Saturday, the community in Bengal had a reason to feel inclusive. A private healthcare unit in Kolkata launched a healthcare card for the community that has been complaining of accessibility and rights issues including that of healthcare.
West Bengal has an estimate of about 60,000 transgenders most have to struggle for their basic rights – education, livelihood and healthcare. There have been various reports of the community facing stigma and difficulty accessing proper healthcare services. With the launch of HCG Pride & Privilege card the community now feel assured of access to quality healthcare with respect and dignity.
