In Pics | Pride 2022 celebrations in Bengaluru

The Bengaluru LGBT community march saw hundreds, mostly activists, embark on the march towards queer liberation. Two large gatherings were witnessed even as police denied permission to hold the annual pride march, citing a high court order. Here are some photos from the Pride 2022 celebrations in the city.

The Bengaluru LGBT community march saw hundreds, mostly activists, embark on the march towards queer liberation. Credit: DH Photo/SK Dinesh

Two large gatherings were witnessed even as police denied permission to hold the annual pride march, citing a high court order. Credit: PTI Photo

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The 'Ride With Pride' event was held at Freedom Park, followed by Pride Evening (Hemmeya Sanjeya) at Samsa Bayalu Ranga Mandira near Town Hall to mark the Karnataka Queer Habba. Credit: DH Photo/SK Dinesh

Participants were encouraged to exchange conversations and express themselves amidst electrifying rhythms of dhols and drums. Credit: DH Photo/SK Dinesh

Participants pose during the 'Ride With Pride' event held at Freedom Park in Bengaluru. Credit: DH Photo/SK Dinesh

Several participants took selfies and photos and carried out a small procession inside the venue. Credit: DH Photo/SK Dinesh

A participant poses for photos during the annual 'Namma Pride March', in Bengaluru. Credit: PTI Photo

Gender rights activists along with members of the Coalition for Sex workers, Sexual & Sexuality Minorities’ Rights take part in the annual 'Namma Pride March', in Bengaluru. Credit: PTI Photo

Participants pose during the 'Ride With Pride' event held at Freedom Park in Bengaluru. Credit: PTI Photo