Chohan was a legal advisor to the Gauteng Legislature and chairwoman of the Western Cape's Provincial Committee on the Magistrates Commission.
[6] During the presidency of Thabo Mbeki, Chohan was considered a "rising star" within the ruling African National Congress (ANC).
[9] In the 2019 South African general election, Chohan served as a surrogate for the ANC's outreach into Muslim communities.
[5] In 2021, Chohan was recommended for the position of deputy chair of the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) by the parliamentary committee on justice and correctional services.
[11] Since taking office, Chohan has advocated for an increase in funding for the SAHRC, arguing that budget constraints hinder the commission's activities.