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Madhya Pradesh Home Department Grants Gender Change Permission to Female Police Constable
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 16 Oct 2026, 07:15 AM
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The Home Department of Madhya Pradesh has approved a gender transition request of a serving female constable following a directive from Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav. The police headquarters will now process the case as per standard procedure.
Madhya Pradesh's Home Department issued an order allowing a serving female constable to undergo a legal gender transition. The decision came after Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav instructed the department to consider the request.
The constable, who has been on the police roster for several years, submitted a formal application for gender change. The Home Department reviewed the petition and, citing the CM's guidance, granted permission for the transition.
According to the order, the police headquarters will now follow established protocols to update the officer's records, uniform, and designation in line with the new gender identity. No further details about the officer's identity or the timeline for implementation have been disclosed.
The move marks a notable instance of administrative support for transgender rights within a state law enforcement agency, reflecting broader national discussions on gender identity and workplace inclusion.
The constable, who has been on the police roster for several years, submitted a formal application for gender change. The Home Department reviewed the petition and, citing the CM's guidance, granted permission for the transition.
According to the order, the police headquarters will now follow established protocols to update the officer's records, uniform, and designation in line with the new gender identity. No further details about the officer's identity or the timeline for implementation have been disclosed.
The move marks a notable instance of administrative support for transgender rights within a state law enforcement agency, reflecting broader national discussions on gender identity and workplace inclusion.