- Pallavi Singh Rajput is accused of using dating apps to honey-trap men, then blackmailing them for crores of rupees with intimate photos and videos.
- She allegedly filed false police complaints against men who refused to pay, leading to arrests and intimidation through a network of accomplices.
- The case has gained attention due to viral photos and a dramatic public incident; investigations and legal proceedings are ongoing.
A woman from Prayagraj has been accused of allegedly running a honey-trap operation through dating apps and social media, targeting men, recording their private interactions and later using the material to blackmail them for money.
The accused has been identified as Pallavi Singh Rajput. According to complaints and allegations against her, she allegedly used different names and social media identities to befriend men looking for relationships. After establishing contact and gaining their trust, she allegedly recorded intimate photographs and videos and later threatened to use them against the victims unless they paid large sums of money.
Pallavi has reportedly filed cases at Lucknow's Vibhuti Khand and Sushant Golf City police stations. She is also reportedly wanted in 14 cases.
How did Pallavi allegedly trap men?
According to the allegations, Pallavi used dating apps, including Tinder, as well as social media to approach men seeking love or a life partner. She allegedly operated accounts under different names and used pseudonyms such as 'Sweety Tiwari'.
The interactions would reportedly begin with casual conversations and video calls before developing into closer relationships. Once a target became emotionally involved and agreed to meet her, she allegedly recorded intimate photographs and objectionable videos.
The alleged blackmail would then begin. According to the complaint, Pallavi allegedly sent victims their private photographs and videos and demanded money, warning them of serious consequences if they refused to comply.
Men who allegedly resisted the demands or threatened to approach the police were reportedly warned that they could be implicated in cases involving serious charges, including rape and attempt to murder.
The complainant has alleged that more than Rs 6 crore has been extorted so far.
Alleged use of police complaints to pressure victims
The allegations go beyond blackmail. According to the complainant, P. Allavi allegedly filed complaints against men who refused to pay with fake charges. At least six people have allegedly been jailed on the basis of what the complainant describes as false complaints and fabricated cases.
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The alleged scheme, according to the complaint, involved creating fear of arrest, social embarrassment and prolonged legal proceedings, leaving victims with little choice but to comply with the alleged demands.
Police were reportedly surprised after examining the bank accounts and transactions allegedly linked to the case.
However, the allegations have not been established in court and remain subject to investigation.
Exhorted crores, blackmailed men with the help of gangs
Pallavi is also accused of operating the alleged extortion network with the help of other people.
According to a complaint submitted to the police, two women and two men were allegedly involved in the operation. The group allegedly worked together to intimidate targets and manage the money involved in the alleged extortion.
Pallavi had married Mohammad Alam, whom she is said to have married for love. Alam has reportedly filed a forgery case against her at Phaphamau Police Station.
Alam's brother, Noor Alam, is also alleged to have been associated with the group along with her. He reportedly has a criminal background and recently completed a one-and-a-half-year jail sentence in Kaushambi. He has been involved in intimidating people in connection with the alleged racket.
Prayagraj Police have reportedly begun searching for people allegedly associated with the group.
Viral photographs of cash and weapons
The case has gained further attention after several photographs began circulating on social media and were allegedly linked to the woman.
One photograph reportedly shows large bundles of Rs 500 notes placed on a bed. The cash has allegedly been described as proceeds from the extortion operation. Another photograph reportedly shows the woman holding what appears to be a weapon.
Police have not independently verified the authenticity, date or context of the photographs. Their connection to the alleged extortion operation is also yet to be established.
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Water-tank drama in Phaphamau
Pallavi lives in a locality along the Ganga in Phaphamau. In May 2026, she allegedly climbed onto a water tank in the Phaphamau area and demanded that a case registered against her be withdrawn.
According to reports, she climbed the tank on a Saturday afternoon and began shouting that the case against her was false. She allegedly threatened to end her life and said she would not come down until the case was cancelled. A crowd gathered at the scene as the incident unfolded.
A Prayagraj-based advocate has reportedly claimed to have submitted a complaint against her to the office of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
Several cases have reportedly been registered against Pallavi at different police stations in the past.
The latest allegations have brought renewed attention to her alleged activities and to claims of a wider honey-trap and extortion network operating through dating apps and social media.
The allegations against Pallavi Singh Rajput and the other people named in connection with the case remain subject to police investigation and judicial proceedings.