Indian Institute of Technology - Bombay (IIT-B) student Krishna M was extremely confused about his sexual orientation during his school days. But, as he grew up, exposure and research helped him embrace the person he is.

He has now signed a petition filed by 20 students and alumni from Pravritti — an informal pan-IIT LGBT group — challenging Section 377 of the IPC. Even as the petition was filed before the Supreme Court, Krishna realised it was time for him to open up on the matter. In a chat with mid-day, he recounts his struggle over the years.