Archive · 24 May 2025
Fake Transgender Extortion Sparks Outrage in Mohali and Kharar
Some people in Mohali and Kharar are pretending to be transgender to trick others into giving them money.
A group led by a person called Pooja is going around asking for money, saying they will give blessings, but if people say no, they get threatened.
A transgender activist, Kajal, is worried about this because it makes real transgender people look bad and unsafe.
She wants the police to stop Pooja and her group.
There are even concerns that some people might be from other countries and staying with Pooja.
Kajal and her group only give blessings if asked, and they want to protect their relationship with the community and keep everyone safe.
Residents of Mohali and Kharar are reportedly facing extortion and harassment from individuals posing as transgender people.
Transgender activist Kajal Mangal Mukhi and her team have raised concerns about Pooja alias Shakir and her alleged gang.
The group reportedly extorts money under the guise of giving blessings, and those who refuse are allegedly harassed and threatened.
Kajal has submitted an appeal to the DGP (Punjab) urging action against the extortion network.
Concerns have been raised about possible national security implications, with suspicions of Bangladeshi nationals at Pooja's residence.
- Who
- Pooja alias Shakir and her alleged gang, along with residents and transgender community members.
- What
- Extortion and harassment by individuals posing as transgender people.
- When
- The issue has been ongoing for over a month in Kharar, with cases emerging in other parts of Mohali.
- Where
- Mohali and Kharar, India.
- Why
- To extort money from residents under false pretenses.
Transgender Community
Alleged Extortionists
Community Impact
Transgender Community
The transgender community feels their reputation and safety are being harmed by the actions of the criminal group.
Alleged Extortionists
The alleged perpetrators are accused of exploiting the identity of the transgender community for illegal activities.
- Nature of Crime
- Extortion and harassment
- Location
- Mohali and Kharar
- Alleged Perpetrator
- Pooja alias Shakir
- Modus Operandi
- Demanding money under the pretext of giving blessings
- Activist Speaking Out
- Kajal Mangal Mukhi
- Authorities Involved
- DGP (Punjab)