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The conversation also engaged with the recently introduced Amendment Bill in Parliament, reflecting on its broader implications for the community and its hard won rights. #transrightsindia #genderjustice #lawandpolicy #transrights #socialjustice

The panel brought together activists, scholars, and contributors to reflect on the evolving landscape of transgender rights in India. Discussions examined future of trans rights, cross-solidarity and allyship, and the role of law and policy in securing rights for the community.

On 20 March 2026, CLPR hosted a panel to discuss the book 'TransForming Rights: How the Law Shapes Transgender Lives, Identity and Community in India', edited by Jayna Kothari, Executive Director, CLPR, at the Bangalore International Centre.

And it's a wrap!

Sunil Mohan, Human Rights Activist, Writer & Researcher, reflected on his long journey as an activist, and he spoke about the continued attacks on trans rights and how the new amendment bill could hinder crisis intervention work, healthcare, and community support.

Happening Now! Book Launch of TransForming Rights at the Bangalore International Centre.

Join us for the national book launch of TransForming Rights: How the Law Shapes Transgender Lives, Identity and Community in India, edited by Jayna Kothari (CLPR). HAPPENING TODAY - 20 Mar, 5:30 PM The Auditorium, Bangalore International Centre RSVP: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/eySLRMB2MD

A fantastic panel lined up today at @bicblr on my Book Transforming Rights along with contributors @anarrain Vihaan, Sunil Mohan, Dr. Mary John and @apmehrotra - will also be an opportunity to speak against the draconian amendment Bill that has been introduced. Be there !

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Join us for the national book launch of TransForming Rights: How the Law Shapes Transgender Lives, Identity and Community in India, edited by Jayna Kothari (CLPR). 📅 20 Mar, 5:30 PM 📍 Bangalore International Centre RSVP: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/eySLRMB2MD

Book launch: TransForming Rights, edited by Jayna Kothari. Join scholars and activists to discuss the evolving landscape of trans rights in India — the progress made and the challenges ahead. 📅 16 Mar | 🕠 5:30 PM 📍 The Library, NLSIU RSVP: forms.gle/3JSXrHxsxjdjCx…

From beginning her legal career after raising her children, to later engaging with landmark patent litigation such as Novartis v. Union of India (2007), her work reflects the varied ways in which women judges have influenced the development of Indian law.

This International Day of Women Judges, we recognise Justice Prabha Sridevan (Retd.), whose distinguished career at the Madras High Court helped shape important developments in India’s patent law jurisprudence. #internationaldayofwomenjudges #womenjudges #womeninlaw

From practising law when women advocates were still uncommon in many courtrooms to delivering important judgments in cases involving sexual violence and women’s rights, Justice Shalini Phansalkar-Joshi’s journey reflects the persistence of women reshaping India’s legal landscape.

We recognise Justice (Retd.) Shalini Phansalkar-Joshi, whose distinguished career in the Maharashtra judiciary and later at the Bombay High Court reflects a long engagement with issues of gender justice and sexual violence.

From practising law in an era when very few women entered the profession, to contributing to landmark decisions like Vishakha v. State of Rajasthan (1997), her journey reflects the persistence of women who helped transform the legal landscape. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInLaw

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate Justice (Retd.) Sujata Manohar, whose distinguished career across the Bombay High Court, Kerala High Court, and the Supreme Court of India helped shape important conversations on gender justice.