Why in news The 2024 Budget underfunds LGBTQ+ welfare and HIV/AIDS prevention, ignoring previous political promises. On paper, the budget...
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The 2024 Budget underfunds LGBTQ+ welfare and HIV/AIDS prevention, ignoring previous political promises.
On paper, the budgetary outlay for transgender welfare increased from ₹52.91 crore in FY24 to ₹68.46 crore in FY25.
But actual expenditure was a meagre ₹22.82 crore in FY24
Reduced funding for HIV/AIDS control amid rising rates reflects a broader neglect of LGBTQ+ health and rights.
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