Hyderabad’s Ruth John Paul has become India’s first transgender postgraduate doctor, marking a historic milestone in the country’s medical field. She described the achievement as a proud moment for herself and for the transgender community.
“I am feeling very happy. It is a matter of pride for me and my community. It is a great achievement in my life,” Ruth John Paul said.
The development comes after a difficult personal journey marked by family rejection, hunger and a court battle, according to the headline context. Her achievement is being seen as a significant step for transgender representation in higher medical education in India.
