​Karnataka celebrates International Day of Democracy: 25 lakh people form human chain of 2500 km long

Karnataka marked the 'International Day of Democracy' on Sunday with a 2,500-km-long human chain, aiming to symbolize equality, unity, fraternity, and participative governance. The event spanned the state from Bidar in the north to Chamarajanagar in the south, covering all 31 districts (Photo: Agencies)

The state government has taken the lead in organising the large-scale event to mark the day in association with civil society.

Chief minister Siddaramaiah joined the human chain at the main event held in front of Vidhana Soudha, the seat of state legislature and secretariat here, along with senior Ministers and officials. (Photo: X/@siddaramaiah)

Officials stated, "A world record verifying team from London will arrive for the innovative and massive event." They expect the human chain to be the "longest in the history of the world," stretching approximately 2,500 km long, with 25 lakh participants in total. Each kilometer would have around 1,000 participants on average. (Photo: Agencies)

The CM led by reading the preamble of the Constitution, following which people from various walks of life, including transgenders and differently-abled people held hands to form the human chain.

Similar events were held in all districts of the state in which Ministers, public representatives and senior officials took part. (Photo: Agencies)

School students from various regions also took part in the human chain, embodying the true essence of democracy. Their involvement symbolised the active participation of the younger generation in supporting the ideals of a free and fair government. (Photo: Agencies)

Bangalore University proudly participated in the Government of Karnataka's initiative to celebrate the International Day of Democracy. Over 1,000 students from the university actively took part in forming a human chain (Photo: X/@buuniversity_)

The massive human chain brought together a wide array of ethnically and culturally diverse groups, all dressed in vibrant traditional attire. Participants from different backgrounds united to form the chain, showcasing the rich diversity and harmony within the community. (Photo: X/@siddaramaiah)

Since 2007, September 15th has been declared as the International Day of Democracy, which is celebrated globally. Proclaimed by the United Nations (UN), the day serves as a platform to promote and uphold the principles of democracy worldwide. (Photo: Agencies)