In a shocking revelation, the Balodabazar police have cracked the murder case of Kajal Kinnar, a transgender woman, within 48 hours. The investigation uncovered a sinister plot where a contract killer was hired to carry out the murder for ₹12 lakh. Kajal’s body was found in a stone quarry pond, and initial police investigation indicated foul play.

The Murder Plot

Superintendent of Police (SP) Vijay Agarwal revealed the details of the case:

• Kajal Kinnar was brutally murdered with a sharp weapon.
• The motive behind the murder was linked to an internal power struggle within the transgender community, specifically over the position of Mutt Chief.
• The prime accused, Tapasya Kinnar, saw Kajal as the biggest obstacle in her path to becoming the Mutt Chief.

Tapasya, along with her associate Nisha Srivas, devised a plan to eliminate Kajal. They hired contract killers Ankush and Kuldeep for ₹12 lakh. On November 17, 2024, Nisha lured Kajal to Balodabazar by offering ₹1.5 lakh. Upon reaching the location, the hired killers attacked Kajal with a sharp weapon, killing her and dumping the body in a stone quarry.

Quick Police Action

Within 48 hours of the crime, the police arrested all five accused and recovered:

• The murder weapon (a sharp knife).
• ₹10.5 lakh in cash.
• An Ertiga car and a motorcycle used in the crime.

Accused and Arrests

The arrested individuals include:

1. Tapasya Kinnar (alias Mohammad Imran Bhoir)
2. Nisha Srivas Kinnar
3. Himanshu Banjare
4. Kuldeep Kumar Kuril
5. Ankush Chaudhary

During interrogation, the accused confessed to their roles in the crime, including Tapasya’s motive to remove Kajal as a competitor for the Mutt Chief position.

Significance of the Case

This case sheds light on the internal power struggles and rivalry within the transgender community. It highlights how aspirations for leadership within the community led to a meticulously planned murder.

Legal Action and Commendation

The police have commended the swift efforts of the investigating officers and assured strict legal action against the accused. All five individuals will be presented in court. SP Vijay Agarwal reiterated the police’s commitment to ensuring justice and preventing such heinous crimes.

This tragic incident reflects the darker side of internal competition within marginalized communities. For now, the accused are behind bars, awaiting their punishment.