- Shahzadi Rai and Chandni Shah make history as the first transgender members of Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) City Council.
- Rai, a dedicated activist, fights for legislative rights for the khwajasira community, while Chandni Shah advocates for transgender rights with JI affiliation.
- Rai’s nomination by PPP brings hope to the transgender community following the disappointing ruling on the Transgender Persons Protection of Rights Act, 2018, by the Federal Shariah Court.
Shahzadi Rai and Chandni Shah have become the first ever transgender members to become members of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) City Council for one of the seats reserved for transgender persons.
Rai is a dedicated violence case manager at the Gender Interactive Alliance and has been campaigning as a political activist for years, striving to secure legislative rights for the khwajasira community in Pakistan. Likewise, Chandni Shah is a prominent JI-affiliated advocate for transgender rights and has been actively involved in championing the cause for Pakistan’s transgender community.
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Shahzadi Rai was put forward for the transgender person’s quota in the municipal council by the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP).
“The hard work and dedication of our team have finally paid off – we are thrilled to announce the oath-taking ceremony for our achievements! It’s an honor to have been entrusted to serve the community and work towards a more equitable and inclusive society. @BBhuttoZardari pic.twitter.com/hoo9fqXXwn
— Shahzadi Rai (@ShahzadiRai) June 7, 2023
The good news comes as a ray of hope for the transgender community in Pakistan after the Federal Shariat Court did not rule in favour for the Transgender Persons Protection of Rights Act, 2018. The news of Shah and Rai’s election and oath-taking was met with celebrations by the transgender community.
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Shahzadi Rai further shared another tweet where she thanked PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Sindh Labour Minister, Saeed Ghani for their support and guidance.
“Today, Saeed bhai shared with me some basic information and rules about the @KmcKarachi .It’s heartening to see someone in positions of power who genuinely cares about the most vulnerable members of society. Thank you, @SaeedGhani1 bhai for your contribution. @PPP_Org pic.twitter.com/of25JXkEYh
— Shahzadi Rai (@ShahzadiRai) June 6, 2023
Netizens and notable personalities from the transgender community celebrated Shahzadi Rai and Chandni Shah’s win
Democracy is the best revenge!
Congratulations to @ShahzadiRai for taking the oath as an elected office bearer of Karachi Municipal Corporation today!
Next stop – Sindh Assembly!!!
I’m so so so so so so proud of you ❤️ pic.twitter.com/WQXDu7LRUa
— Mehrub Awan (@TMItalks) June 7, 2023
Congratulations to @ShahzadiRai for winning the KMC reserved seat for transgenders!#Congratulations #KMC #ShahzadiRai pic.twitter.com/Iq07jQVrxY
— Nikson Daniel نیکسن دانی ایل (@MrNiksonDaniel) June 4, 2023
Heartious Congratulations. 🎊 I wish you a good luck and I’m very hopeful that you’ve taught your community the way forward will follow suit. @ShahzadiRai pic.twitter.com/2fDUo7myRk
— Waqas Farooqui (@WaqasFarooqui5) June 7, 2023
Congratulations Shahzadi Rai for winning the KMC reserved seat for transgenders. Super proud moment for the KS Community in Sindh.
If you fail to deliver, your Chelas will be the first people calling you out 🤭😛
Lots of Love Guru @ShahzadiRai and Keep serving your people 🎉❤️ pic.twitter.com/0rMvtZMBW4
— Hina Baloch (@surkhina) June 4, 2023
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