Hyderabad Central Prison sets up gender-neutral cell after NHRC intervention
- Hyderabad Central Prison has set up a separate gender-neutral cell for people with diverse gender identities.
- • The move followed an October 8 visit by the NHRC's Special Monitor for transgender and LGBTQ+ rights.
- Prison authorities have also allowed inmates in the cell to wear clothing that affirms their gender identity.
- The prison confirmed the changes in a compliance report submitted to the National Human Rights Commission.
Source: deccanchronicle.com
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