The Hindu·4 min read·medium
Centre says 2026 law does not invalidate identity cards already issued to transgenders
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The Hindu Bureau
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The Indian Union government has assured the Supreme Court that transgender identity cards issued before the 2026 Amendment Act will remain valid. This follows concerns from activists that the new law might retrospectively invalidate existing documentation and undermine the right to self-identification.
The Union government gave an assurance in the Supreme Court on Monday (August 17, 2026) that transgender identity cards issued prior to the enactment of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, will continue to remain valid.
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