Division among different queer rights organisations clouded, to some extent, the otherwise flamboyant rainbow of the pride march, which was held in the city over the weekend at Bandra. The first LGBTQIA+ pride to be held after the two-year pandemic lull saw fewer attendees than anticipated. The mood was upbeat though, organisers had told this paper.

While it is good to see the pride march return, it is important for all under the queer umbrella to come together for the cause. While there will always be individuals who disagree or voice contrary opinions—dissent is healthy—unity is needed to push ahead for something as crucial as this.