Hyderabad, Nov. 12 -- A group of transpersons allegedly attacked a 42-year-old man and his wife for refusing to give Rs 1 lakh as a donation during their housewarming ceremony in Cheeriyal, Hyderabad.

On Saturday, P Sadanandam, a private employee residing in Sri Balaji Enclave had organised the ceremony at his new home when two transgender persons came and demanded Rs 1 lakh.

"When Sadanandam staunchly refused, they allegedly abused and threatened him," said Keesara police station sub-inspector Srinivas.

The following morning, around 15 transgenders reportedly arrived in auto-rickshaws, attempted to break open the house gate, and attacked Sadanandam with sticks and stones.

"Sadanandam sustained injuries on his head, back, and hands, a...