Hyderabad, March 29 -- Crossdressers and hijras are reportedly extorting residents of Hyderabad and Cyberabad on the occasion of marriages and other ceremonies.

According to a report by News Meter, they are carrying out these activities in an organized and preplanned manner.

How do Hijras find out details of marriages in Hyderabad?

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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