Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued new guidelines on the assessment of the fitness of transgender persons applied for a commercial pilot license

August 11, 2022

Despite enduring relentless “torture” at home and discrimination over his gender identity, Adam Harry, India’s first trans pilot, overcame these challenges to achieve a historic milestone (Deccan Chronicle News Report). The Directorate General of Civil Aviation’s (DGCA) introduction of new medical guidelines for transgender pilots, inspired in part by his battles, represents a landmark victory for the transgender community. This moment of progress highlights Harry’s resilience and determination, supported by Anannia which works towards inclusivity and justice. Anannia is extremely happy to have played a crucial role in helping Adam Harry’s fight against societal and familial oppression, enabling him to pursue his dream of becoming a pilot.

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