Transgender Community Crisis: Nine Individuals Attempt Suicide in Mumbai Following Derogatory Comments Against Spiritual Leader

Oct 21, 2025 09:19 pm CST

Nine transgender individuals attempted suicide in Mumbai after derogatory comments were made against their spiritual leader Salma Khan and non-profit organization Kinnar Maa Sansthan. This incident, occurring just one week after 25 transgender persons allegedly consumed phenyl in Indore, highlights ongoing challenges within India's transgender community and raises urgent concerns about mental health support and discrimination.