Man slashes genitals in Prayagraj in bid to become girl; hospitalised

Prayagraj, Sep 12 (PTI) A 20-year-old man preparing for competitive exams in Prayagraj allegedly cut off his genitals on the advice of an acquaintance after he expressed his desire to become a girl, police and hospital sources said on Friday.

The man, a native of Amethi district, was rushed to the Swaroop Rani Nehru (SRN) Hospital after his condition deteriorated due to excessive bleeding.

Dr Santosh from SRN Hospital told reporters that the man used a surgical blade to mutilate his private part following someone's advice.

“He lost a lot of blood but is now out of danger. He is undergoing proper treatment,” Santosh said.

While interacting with the doctors, the man reportedly claimed that he felt like a girl despite having a male body.

“He said his voice, mannerisms and gait made him feel as if he was a girl," Santosh said.

Speaking to the media, the man said he first felt "this way" at the age of 14. Acting on a doctor's advice, he administered himself anaesthesia before attempting to cut off his genitals.

“I did not feel much pain when the anaesthesia was effective. However, as its effect wore off, the pain became unbearable and the bleeding worsened. I then sought help from people, who brought me to the hospital," he said. PTI RAJ KIS ARI