A testimony for a more inclusive and tolerant society, Pride Parades have started to become a routine affair in India. Just one week after the ‘Namma Pride Parade‘ in Bengaluru, New Delhi organised its ninth annual ‘Queer Pride Parade’ on Sunday, November 27. The parade was organised in solidarity with the ‘LGBTQIA’ community to make a united call for gender equality.
The march was called by the Delhi Queer Pride Committee and saw hundreds of people coming together, draped in rainbow colours, asking for a homophobia-free society. Take a look at some of the most stunning pictures from the event.
1. Flying the rainbow flag high
2. Dancing for a better future
3. It is the need of the hour
4. A large number of people participated in the march
5. The parade saw some amazing dance moves too
6. United for one cause
7. This couple was seen spreading love
8. The parade saw people from different sections, united as one
9. These pictures are proof that times are changing for India
10. Holding the rainbow flag with pride
11. People were not hesitant to show their joy
12. The roads were filled with people supporting the cause
13. This year’s parade saw a much greater participation than previous years
14. Everyone had a way to drape in the rainbow colours
15. There was no shortage of talent at the parade too
16. This year’s parade was also aimed at supporting Dalits, Muslims, Disabled, Kashmiris and people from other deprived sections of the society
17. Delhi’s streets were as colourful as ever
18. People are proud of their sexual orientations
19. This man stole the show
20. Let’s hope this event helps to put an end to the prejudice against LGBTQIA community that happens in our country
‘Dilwalo ki Dilli’ came out and supported the great cause wholeheartedly. Events like these raise hopes for a more open and inclusive society. Sure, there is a long way to go before we become a nation that respects every individual irrespective of their sexual orientation, but this for sure, is a positive step forward.
News and Image Source: Hindustan Times and NDTV