Kolkata Rainbow Pride Walk 2022 held in the ‘city of joy’ with vibrant colours; see pics

The Kolkata Rainbow Pride Walk—the oldest LGBTQ annual pride walk in Asia—was held on the streets of Kolkata on December 18, two years after the COVID-19 pandemic break. Thousands of participants joined the last pride walk of this year, weaving LGBTQ flags (Pride Flags) and wearing colourful facemasks.

The grand Pride Walk started at Kolkata’s Park Circus Maidan and went to Mayo Road through Park Street. The entire Park Street was decorated with flags and posters to welcome the participants.

The Pride Walk was all about spreading love and freedom to love, going beyond sexual identity. The participants were seen donning bright-coloured outfits and spreading the message of love.

Here are some glimpses of the Kolkata Rainbow Pride Walk:

A participant taking photographs from his smart phone dnuring the Pride Walk.

A pride walk participant dressed as pink flower.

Participants posing in front of graffiti promoting gender equality.

Watch Kolkata Rainbow Pride Walk 2022 video here.

The Australian Consulate-General Kolkata also joined the Pride Walk. She took to Twitter and wrote, “Hitching a ride to Kolkata's Pride Parade - one of the oldest in Asia. Australia proudly supports #LGBTQI rights.”