CM orders appointment of transgenders as traffic volunteers for better management in Hyderabad

Fri Nov 15 09:12:53 IST 2024: ## Hyderabad to Utilize Transgender Traffic Volunteers to Combat Traffic Woes

**Hyderabad, India -** Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has announced a novel initiative to address the escalating traffic issues in Hyderabad. He has ordered officials to prioritize the appointment of transgender individuals as traffic volunteers, particularly in high-traffic zones.

The move, inspired by the home guard system, aims to leverage the skills and presence of transgender individuals to deter traffic rule violations, including signal jumping and drunk driving. Mr. Reddy has directed officials to design a specialized uniform for these volunteers and ensure they receive a salary comparable to home guards.

This pilot program is set to be implemented swiftly, with officials tasked with finalizing the details and initiating the deployment of transgender traffic volunteers.