Answer Subject: Re: Gay places in New Delhi, India Answered By: on 18 Jul 2006 15:15 PDT Hello, I am responding to your question regarding gay meeting places in New Delhi and Hyderabad, bars, other venues, etc. There are some bars in New Delhi that have certain gay nights, but do not advertise due to fear of discrimination. Below is information concerning the limited gay scene in India as well as some places to meet. I have also included discussion forums. There is virtually no gay scene in India. The emphasis is very much into outdoor cruising. Several organisations for gays and lesbians also exist and they occasionally organise events. May 13, 2003 , its first night in the Gay Avatar was a huge success with many gay men landing up and having a great time drinking and dancing. On May 20th, there were over 100 gay men and women dancing till 2. This promises to be THE place to be at during the week. We are quite certain that it will pick up even more. Going in it's favour is the location, easily accessible and a good atmosphere. LOCATION: PEGS N PINTS, Chanakya Lane, Behind Akbar Bhawan, Chanakyapuri this is next to the Chanakya Cinema, towards the end of the road TIME: 09. Best time to get there is around 10. The police used to harass homosexuals in the past but things have changed dramatically in the last six years. The situation in smaller cities like Hyderabad is more complicated, while there are no gay discos or parties, there are however cruising areas in all major cities. These cruising places are still occasionally monitored by the police, especially in North India but the biggest threat seems to come from blackmailers and hustlers. Websites like GayBombay offers a safe and convenient environment for meeting gays all around India, organizes various events - parties, treks, film festivals, cooking meetings etc. There is a lot social tolerance of gays in cities while in rural areas relationships among men are accepted but kept under wraps. Perhaps you could ask questions about the local scene in discussion groups. For more information, send email to khush-list egroups. Started formally in February 1997 and since then, meeting regularly every Saturday. Humrahi started the counseling service also and is receiving a number of calls. The counselors are well trained and are able to provide solutions. Fund raising parties have also been organised. The group has also brought out many of Darpan, the newsletter of the Humrahi group. The group welcomes all persons from the community. Humrahi invites participation and contribution to all of its activities. Have a wonderful trip. Google does not endorse, and expressly disclaims liability for any product, manufacturer, distributor, service or service provider mentioned or any opinion expressed in answers or comments. Please read carefully the. If you feel that you have found inappropriate content, please let us know by emailing us at with the question ID listed above. Search Google Answers for - - -.