Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- A recent survey has revealed that between 25% and 30% of transgender sex workers in the country are addicted to drugs.

The information was uncovered through a survey conducted by an organization representing transgender sex workers.

The organization noted that there is a significant transgender population in the country and most of them have chosen transgender sex work as their occupation.

Many of them opt for this work because, due to their gender identity, they are often sidelined by their families and excluded from their homes.

Due to the perceived freedom in this occupation, a significant number have become addicted to drugs such as crystal methamphetamine (ice), heroin, cannabis and other narcotics.

The org...