Celebration of Freedom!

The monumental decision of scrapping Section 377 by Supreme Court, has let the rainbow flow freely on the streets of India. LGBTQI community members, allies, families and friends stepped out onto the renowned public places of the city to rejoice and celebrate their newfound freedom.

Indore

was no different as students and community members ensured that the historical moment gets the highlight it deserves.
Amidst much cheer, singing and dancing Youth for You and

Badlaav Samiti

made it an evening to remember. We bring to you a slice of rainbow, and what are the views of the citizen on the victory.

“We are not convicts anymore! After a long time we are realising the true meaning of Independence. Even though our country got freedom 72 years ago, some of us got it only yesterday. Now that we are free from the pressure of not being jailed for loving the way we do, we will plan out more awareness activities and go for advocacy. This is the beginning of new era, and we have to make the best of the opportunity.” – Swapnil Vilekar,

LGBTQ

activist at Badlaav Samiti

"For a city like Indore, it is like a wake-up call. Sorting the constitutionality of the matter is just a battle half won. As allies of the community we too face a lot of oppression from those who think it is unnatural to have homosexual preferences. However, with the law by our side, we can take sure steps towards better sensitisation and advocacy in and around Indore." - Manas Dowlani, ally of LGBTQ and founder Youth for Youth group