In Sirsa, an FIR has been filed against 2 YouTubers, influencers, and journalists for allegedly demanding ₹1.50 lakh from a fair operator. The operator claimed that they were accused of posting misleading content after refusing to pay the amount.

A dispute has emerged regarding the promotion of a fair being held at the GTM Ground located on Hisar Road in Sirsa city. Based on a complaint by the fair operator, the Civil Lines police have registered a case against two YouTubers, a social media influencer, a young woman, and an alleged journalist for alleged blackmailing and illegal extortion. The complainant alleges that they were asked for ₹1.50 lakh. They claim that when the amount was not paid, they were constantly threatened regarding the fair.