Arzoo Khan, chairperson of Manzel Foundation, an organisation working for transgender rights, said that 12 transgender persons have been killed in the province so far in 2025, while at least 163 have been murdered since 2015. She said the government and state institutions had failed to provide the community with protection.

She said families often disown their children during their lifetime but reconcile with the killers after their murder, closing the door to justice. Even if a guru wants to pursue the case, they become powerless once families agree to a settlement. She urged courts to reject such compromise agreements, ensure trials reach their logical conclusion, and introduce an effective protection policy.

Human rights activist Taimur Kamal said weak FIRs and poor police investigations are major factors behind the rising attacks. Without stronger investigations and decisive judicial action, he warned, the violence cannot be curbed.

Reports of attacks have also surfaced from other parts of the country. In September 2025, three transgender persons were shot dead by unidentified attackers in Karachi. Community members caution that without firm and clear measures at the state level, the situation could escalate further.