In pictures: Delhi Pride Parade 2026

On 8 February 2026, the heart of Delhi came alive with the Delhi Queer Pride Parade, as hundreds of participants marched along Barakhamba Road towards Jantar Mantar, celebrating love, diversity, and LGBTQ+ visibility in the capital. The march was vibrant with rainbow flags, music, slogans, and calls for equal rights. (Source: Photo by express photo by Abhinav Saha)

A Walk for Love and Diversity: The Pride Parade brought together members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies in a colourful march through central Delhi. Participants celebrated love, acceptance, and belonging. (Source: Photo by express photo by Abhinav Saha)

The Route; from Barakhamba Road to Jantar Mantar: Like many previous editions of Delhi Pride, the 2026 parade began on Barakhamba Road and culminated at Jantar Mantar, making the city’s streets a stage for joy, solidarity, and visibility. (Source: Photo by express photo by Abhinav Saha)

A Growing Movement: Nearly 1,000 people joined the 2026 march, reflecting the expanding size and impact of Pride in India’s capital. Alongside celebration, there were strong voices demanding legal recognition for property rights and health insurance for LGBTQ+ couples. (Source: Photo by express photo by Abhinav Saha)

Demands Beyond Celebration: Alongside colours and celebration, the 2026 Pride Parade also echoed calls for stronger rights, including legal recognition of same-sex relationships and access to social safety nets like health insurance and property rights. (Source: Photo by express photo by Abhinav Saha)

Music, Flags and Chants: The parade was marked by drumbeats, rainbow flags, dancing, and chants of “azaadi” and “love is love,” symbolising both joy and ongoing demands for equality. Many attendees spoke of Pride as a space free from rigid gender norms. (Source: Photo by express photo by Abhinav Saha)

Celebration and Community: For many participants, Pride was a chance to connect with others from diverse backgrounds, from students and young adults to long time activists. The event offered a sense of belonging beyond stigma. (Source: Photo by express photo by Abhinav Saha)