Crossdressers and hijras are reportedly extorting residents of Hyderabad and Cyberabad on the occasion of marriages and other ceremonies.It is alleged that some auto drivers, tent house owners, etc., inform them about the details of the marriages scheduled to be held at the wedding halls in Hyderabad.
During wedding ceremonies, they visit the function halls and start demanding money, reportedly threatening to strip if payment is denied. They demand amounts ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 30,000, sometimes escalating to as high as one lakh.
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#Hijda gangs extorted 30,000 rupees from my neighbour.This is in kondapur.Alarming to see them arrive at midnight 1'o clock in gangs of 20-30 members.@hydcitypolice @TheNaveena
Can we get any help from the media or Police?@INCTelangana
A new Mafia in rise in hyd. pic.twitter.com/bheuu5yTp4— TheRealLifeSquidward (@karthikgol) March 28, 2024
To avoid embarrassment in front of guests, many people in Hyderabad pay money to Hijras.
After receiving payment, the leader of the Hijras reportedly writes their name and signature on the wall.