Hijras: India's trans women gain cultural recognition
REPORT
6 Oct 2016
Hijras: India's trans women gain cultural recognition

There are an estimated two million transgender people in India, but this group has long been shunned by society. Now, as they start to break through into the country’s cultural scene – most significantly through music and fashion – how are brands speaking to them in advertising campaigns?

Rebecca Bundhun

Rebecca Bundhun is a journalist based in Mumbai. She writes for publications including The International New York Times and The National, mainly about issues relating to economics and business in India.