Message from Chairman
Message from the Salon Chairperson
It is a privilege to stand before you as the Chairperson of the YPS National Salon 2025. I am deeply grateful to the Executive Committee for placing their trust in me and for the unwavering support that has made this journey so rewarding.
A special acknowledgment goes to Kishan Harwalkar, our Salon Secretary, whose dedication and precision have been the backbone of our operations. His tireless efforts ensured that every aspect of the Salon functioned smoothly. Likewise, the steadfast support of Vikas, the YPS President, has been invaluable. His leadership and commitment have provided strength and direction, reinforcing the foundation of our Salon.
This year, we received 2,409 works from 190 authors, a testament to the faith photographers continue to place in YPS. The creativity and passion showcased through these submissions reaffirm our mission to provide a platform that celebrates and nurtures photographic excellence.
The success of this Salon would not have been possible without our dedicated Salon committee. Their hard work behind the scenes ensured the seamless execution of every detail. Additionally, I extend my deepest gratitude to our esteemed panel of eight jury members, whose expertise and integrity upheld the highest standards in evaluating submissions.
We are also immensely grateful to our sponsors, whose generous support has played a significant role in making this Salon a success. Their contributions have enabled us to continue our mission of celebrating photographic excellence and fostering a vibrant community of artists.
As we move forward, I am excited for the future. With the continued support of our participants, team, and jury, we remain committed to fostering artistic excellence and pushing the boundaries of creativity.
Thank you all for being a part of this journey.
Anitha Mysore
ARPS, EFIAP/d1, MPSA, GPU CR-4, EIUP, c***MoL, FAPS, EFIP,MFIP, EFIP (g) Nature, ES.CPE, Hon.CPE
Message from the Salon Secretary
I am pleased to present a comprehensive report on the YPS National Salon 2025. This event was the second Salon I have had the privilege of organizing, and it has been a satisfying experience for all involved.
The successful management of bringing in 8 esteemed jury members contributed to the high caliber of our event. The diversity in the jury added a pan-india perspective to the salon's evaluation process.
We received an overwhelming and positive response from participants, underlining the reputation and prestige of the YPS National Salon. The substantial number of submissions demonstrated the trust and enthusiasm of photographers worldwide.
Our support team, led by our dedicated Chairperson, Anitha, worked tirelessly throughout the event. The Chairperson's responsiveness was remarkable, addressing queries almost before they were posted, and her unwavering availability, despite her busy schedule, ensured the event's smooth functioning.
Gopinath, our Webmaster, effectively managed the salon. His meticulous approach ensured that our online presence and registration process ran smoothly. His contribution was vital to the event's seamless digital operation. Gopinath, as always, was available to mend and tweak the backend whenever needed. His technical expertise ensured the smooth functioning of the event's online platform, guaranteeing that participants and judges could navigate the process effortlessly.
The reviewers played a vital role in evaluating the 2409 pictures submitted. Their untiring work ensured that the salon maintained its high standards, adhering to our commitment to quality and impartial evaluation. The Creatives team exhibited exceptional proactivity and efficiency, working tirelessly to create an engaging and memorable experience. Their creative input was instrumental in crafting the visual identity of the salon. Our media and publicity team did an outstanding job in promoting the event. Their efforts generated significant interest among photographers and art enthusiasts, expanding our reach and ensuring that the YPS National Salon 2025 received the attention it deserved.
The jury members were very cooperative, scored the pictures per schedule and made themselves available for jury meetings at short notice. Their discussions and insights enriched the event, fostering a sense of camaraderie and collaboration, not to mention the wealth of knowledge brought to the table, enhancing the judging process. The results are being published ahead of time, further enhancing the credibility and transparency of the YPS National Salon 2025. The timely release of results was a testament to the meticulous planning and execution of the event.
As we look forward to the upcoming physical exhibition, scheduled in May, we anticipate it will be a culmination of the creative talents and hard work put into this event. The physical exhibition promises to be an opportunity for photographers and art enthusiasts to witness the beauty and artistry of photography up close.
In conclusion, the YPS National Salon 2025 was a resounding success. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the YPS Executive Committee, the Salon Committee and our esteemed Chairperson for their unwavering commitment and dedication. This event would not have been possible without their motivating efforts.
Thank you for entrusting me with the role of Salon Secretary, and I look forward to future opportunities to contribute to the success of YPS National Salons.
Kishan Harwalkar
EFIAP, EFIP, c*MoL, EAPG
Recognitions
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FIP FIP/2025/041
Federation of Indian Photography |
COLOR
MR ARJUN HAARITH
AFIP
Arjun Haarith hails from the garden city of India, Bangalore, and works as a Senior Software Engineer on Adobe's Lightroom team.
His passion for photography was kindled at an early age and honed through regular outings with H. Satish, a renowned wildlife photographer and former President of YPS (Youth Photographic Society). These experiences helped him master the art of photography. Arjun began exploring nature photography during his college years (2007-2008) and has since diversified into other genres, including travel, pictorial, astrophotography, and more.
An avid traveler, Arjun loves discovering new places and documenting his journeys through beautifully crafted blogs. His blog site http://arjunhaarith.blogspot.
In the world of competitive photography, Arjun has over 1,500 acceptances from national and international salons, and has garnered more than 250 awards at both levels. His work has also been recognized with Honorable Mentions in prestigious photography contests such as Maria Luisa (Spain) and DJMPC.
Arjun's photographs have been featured in esteemed publications like Sanctuary Asia and showcased in calendars, books, and digital platforms, including Nat Geo India, BBC Earth, and Nat Geo Traveller.
Explore his visual journey on Instagram: www.instagram.com/arjun_
MR GURDAS DUA
FIIPC, FBAF, AFIP, Hon. FPASP, Hon. GMSAP, Hon. Hon. ADCC, BVVWHO - Master, IIPC Platinum, PSG Gold
Gurdas Dua, FIIPC, FBAF, AFIP, Hon. FPASP, Hon. GMSAP, Hon. ADCC, is an internationally celebrated photographer whose creative journey began in 1989. With a strong dedication to education, a wealth of accolades, and a significant portfolio of published works, he has earned recognition from esteemed global, local, and government organizations. As the Founder-Director of LENS MAESTRO GROUP, he fosters skill development and global recognition for photographers worldwide.
Gurdas has served as a jury member for prestigious competitions, including HIPA (Dubai), Dodho Magazine (Spain), FIAP World Cup, and the Photographic Society of America contests, among others. He is a five-time National Award winner (Ministry of Information Broadcasting & Ministry of Tribal Affairs, India) and was listed among the Top 30 global exhibitors by National Geographic in 2008. His notable awards include the Epson Color Imaging Award (Japan, 2004) and the Gujarat State Lalit Kala Akademi Award (2005).
His work, with over 1,000 exhibitions and 100 awards, has been featured in global publications like Global Photographic Union Magazine (Greece) and Smart Photography. Notable articles include “Get-Set-Go for Travel Photography” (2015) and “How to Modify a Portrait to Photogenic” (2019).
MR SAURABH BHATTACHARYYA
ARPS, EFIAP/d2, SPSA, EPSA, FICS, GPU-Crown 3/Hermes, c*MoL, GAPU, HIUP, E.AAFR, FFIP
Saurabh Bhattacharya is associated with the Research & Technology department of a renowned paint company and has a deep passion for playing with colors.
His journey in photography began in 2004 with his admission to the Photographic Association of Dum Dum, Kolkata. He achieved his first Salon acceptance in 2008 and has since garnered over 3,000 international acceptances from 87 countries. He holds photographic distinctions from all eight international bodies, a testament to his dedication and skill.
Photography has provided him with a stress-free life and continually inspires him to think outside the box.
MONOCHROME
MR GURDAS DUA
FIIPC, FBAF, AFIP, Hon. FPASP, Hon. GMSAP, Hon. Hon. ADCC, BVVWHO - Master, IIPC Platinum, PSG Gold
Gurdas Dua, FIIPC, FBAF, AFIP, Hon. FPASP, Hon. GMSAP, Hon. ADCC, is an internationally celebrated photographer whose creative journey began in 1989. With a strong dedication to education, a wealth of accolades, and a significant portfolio of published works, he has earned recognition from esteemed global, local, and government organizations. As the Founder-Director of LENS MAESTRO GROUP, he fosters skill development and global recognition for photographers worldwide.
Gurdas has served as a jury member for prestigious competitions, including HIPA (Dubai), Dodho Magazine (Spain), FIAP World Cup, and the Photographic Society of America contests, among others. He is a five-time National Award winner (Ministry of Information Broadcasting & Ministry of Tribal Affairs, India) and was listed among the Top 30 global exhibitors by National Geographic in 2008. His notable awards include the Epson Color Imaging Award (Japan, 2004) and the Gujarat State Lalit Kala Akademi Award (2005).
His work, with over 1,000 exhibitions and 100 awards, has been featured in global publications like Global Photographic Union Magazine (Greece) and Smart Photography. Notable articles include “Get-Set-Go for Travel Photography” (2015) and “How to Modify a Portrait to Photogenic” (2019).
MR LAKSHMINARAYAN A G
EFIAP. FFIP. Hon. PESGSPC. GPA.PESGSPC
FIP Member ID : LM 013347
A.G.Lakshminarayan started his photographic journey in 1972 and learnt photography from the world famous pictorial photographer late Dr. D.V.Rao. He is a specialist in creative photography, macro and bird photography. A specialist in photoshop, he conducted many digital post processing workshops for beginners and advanced photographers.
He concentrated only in the creative sections of international salons and got 69 awards and over 600 acceptances. His works were exhibited all over the world. He had been a judge in many Salons and contributed articles to many reputed Kannada magazines.
MR SAURABH BHATTACHARYYA
ARPS, EFIAP/d2, SPSA, EPSA, FICS, GPU-Crown 3/Hermes, c*MoL, GAPU, HIUP, E.AAFR, FFIP
Saurabh Bhattacharya is associated with the Research & Technology department of a renowned paint company and has a deep passion for playing with colors.
His journey in photography began in 2004 with his admission to the Photographic Association of Dum Dum, Kolkata. He achieved his first Salon acceptance in 2008 and has since garnered over 3,000 international acceptances from 87 countries. He holds photographic distinctions from all eight international bodies, a testament to his dedication and skill.
Photography has provided him with a stress-free life and continually inspires him to think outside the box.
NATURE
DR PRAMOD GOVIND SHANBHAG
ARPS MPSA EFIAP/D1 MFIP(N)
Dr. Pramod, born on 22 September 1947 in Honavar, coastal Karnataka, holds the following professional qualifications: MBBS from KMC, Hubli in 1971, and DCH from KEM Hospital in 1974. He commenced his private practice in a rural area in 1975, and since 1981, he has been practicing in Bangalore.
From a young age, Dr. Pramod has been captivated by nature and wildlife, drawing inspiration from magazines like Life, Times, and National Geographic found in his college library. His journey into photography started in 1992 when he and a friend began learning under the guidance of Mr. Perumal, an esteemed figure in nature photography. Since 2014, he has passionately pursued photography as a hobby and has actively participated in national and international photo competitions. As a testament to his talent, he has received over 7000 acceptances and has been honored with 1200 awards. Recently, he has developed a keen interest in street photography.
Dr. Pramod's extensive travels have taken him to various remote locations, exploring the wonders of the natural world.
MR RATNAJIT CHOUDHURY
MPSA, EFIAP, FFIP, GAPU, GPU CR3, GPU VIP1, GPU Aphrodite, WPAI Silver, Hon. CPE, Hon. AvTvISO, Hon. PMP, Hon. CPE, Hon. WPAI, ES. CPE, SESAP, A. CPE, ECAS, E. CPE
Ratnajit Choudhury is professionally a Government Auditor under the establishment of O/o the C&AG of India, New Delhi and presently posted in the O/o the Accountant General (Audit), Assam, Guwahati as well as he is associated with Photography Club of Assam (PCA) as Life Member. He is a passionate photographer of Assam and has been involved with this passion since his childhood from the year 1984. His work has been exhibited in over 60 countries and published in numerous journals, and he has served as a juror in many national and international competitions, earning photographic distinctions from international organizations like FIAP, PSA, FIP and the Wildlife Photography Association of India. In 2021, he completed an Advanced Photo Travel course with PSA, followed by a digital journalism course with Reuters in 2022. Over the years, he has received more than 300 national and international awards and he strives to capture a wide range of subjects, from people and wildlife to festivals, sports, and photojournalism, with the goal of telling meaningful stories through each image.
MR VINAY PARELKAR
ARPS, AFIAP, FFIP
Mr. Parelkar has an industrious career spanning over 35 years of Advertising, Industrial Photography & Corporate Film making. His clientele includes National Geographic Channel, India’s premier advertising agencies such as O & M and Lintas, MNC’s like Mahindra & Mahindra and Larsen & Toubro, and education institutes like National Institutes of Design(NID). He also founded Vineye Photo School, Mumbai through which 5000+ students from all over the globe mastered photography over 17 years.
During his long Photographic Career, Mr. Parelkar had worked with leaders of the industry like Wilas Bhende and Sharad Devare. He had won several awards and laurels during his career. He won Gold Medal from a six month competition held by PSA. He held an one-man Photo Exhibition at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai. He has been invited as Jury Member in several National and International Salons.
Mr. Parelkar was elected to FIP Working Committee from 2005 to 2016.
TRAVEL
MR GURDAS DUA
FIIPC, FBAF, AFIP, Hon. FPASP, Hon. GMSAP, Hon. Hon. ADCC, BVVWHO - Master, IIPC Platinum, PSG Gold
Gurdas Dua, FIIPC, FBAF, AFIP, Hon. FPASP, Hon. GMSAP, Hon. ADCC, is an internationally celebrated photographer whose creative journey began in 1989. With a strong dedication to education, a wealth of accolades, and a significant portfolio of published works, he has earned recognition from esteemed global, local, and government organizations. As the Founder-Director of LENS MAESTRO GROUP, he fosters skill development and global recognition for photographers worldwide.
Gurdas has served as a jury member for prestigious competitions, including HIPA (Dubai), Dodho Magazine (Spain), FIAP World Cup, and the Photographic Society of America contests, among others. He is a five-time National Award winner (Ministry of Information Broadcasting & Ministry of Tribal Affairs, India) and was listed among the Top 30 global exhibitors by National Geographic in 2008. His notable awards include the Epson Color Imaging Award (Japan, 2004) and the Gujarat State Lalit Kala Akademi Award (2005).
His work, with over 1,000 exhibitions and 100 awards, has been featured in global publications like Global Photographic Union Magazine (Greece) and Smart Photography. Notable articles include “Get-Set-Go for Travel Photography” (2015) and “How to Modify a Portrait to Photogenic” (2019).
MR PADMANABHA K G
AFIP, EFIAP
K.G. Padmanabha, an ex-banker, began photography as a hobby during his college days, over 30 years ago. His passion was ignited after winning 1st place in an All India Photography Competition by Konica Film Roll Company. Inspired by veteran photographers like Sri B. Srinivasa Sri, Raja Gopal, and H. Satish of YPS Bangalore, he pursued trekking and photography in the Himalayas and Western Ghats, undertaking 36 high-altitude treks and 300+ trips in the Western Ghats.
Padmanabha’s expertise in landscape photography has earned him national and international distinctions, including EFIP and Master of Light, with awards in salons worldwide. His most cherished moment was receiving the Best Landscape Award from actor Sri Vishnuvardhan under YPS Bangalore's auspices. He has also traveled extensively to Iceland, Norway, Scotland, Switzerland, the Arctic Ocean, Tanzania, and Masai Mara for landscape and wildlife photography.
Notably, his landscape photo of Kudremukh was selected among 7,000 entries in an international competition by a leading corporate in Coimbatore. Padmanabha credits YPS Bangalore for guiding and supporting his remarkable journey in photography.
MR SAURABH BHATTACHARYYA
ARPS, EFIAP/d2, SPSA, EPSA, FICS, GPU-Crown 3/Hermes, c*MoL, GAPU, HIUP, E.AAFR, FFIP
Saurabh Bhattacharya is associated with the Research & Technology department of a renowned paint company and has a deep passion for playing with colors.
His journey in photography began in 2004 with his admission to the Photographic Association of Dum Dum, Kolkata. He achieved his first Salon acceptance in 2008 and has since garnered over 3,000 international acceptances from 87 countries. He holds photographic distinctions from all eight international bodies, a testament to his dedication and skill.
Photography has provided him with a stress-free life and continually inspires him to think outside the box.
SALON STATISTICS
PARTICIPATION STATISTICS
| Name | # Participated | # Winners | # Pictures | # Accepted | Accepted Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Medals | # Honorable Mentions |
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| MONOCHROME [ CUTOFF SCORE : 9 ] |
155 | 63 | 605 | 104 | 5 | 10 |
| COLOR [ CUTOFF SCORE : 9 ] |
165 | 82 | 643 | 153 | 5 | 10 |
| NATURE [ CUTOFF SCORE : 10 ] |
147 | 74 | 567 | 131 | 5 | 10 |
| TRAVEL [ CUTOFF SCORE : 9 ] |
152 | 58 | 594 | 102 | 5 | 10 |
| TOTAL | 190 | 142 | 2409 | 490 | 20 | 40 |
| Name | # Participated | # Winners | # Pictures | # Accepted | Accepted Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Medals | # Honorable Mentions |
|||||
| India | 190 | 142 | 2409 | 490 | 20 | 40 |
| TOTAL | 190 | 142 | 2409 | 490 | 20 | 40 |
| Name | # Participated | # Winners | # Pictures | # Accepted | Accepted Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Medals | # Honorable Mentions |
|||||
| YOUTH PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY, BENGALURU | 72 | 52 | 947 | 157 | 5 | 10 |
| THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI ) | 11 | 10 | 168 | 39 | 3 | 7 |
| HIMALAYAN CAMERA CLUB | 9 | 9 | 102 | 29 | 2 | 1 |
| SOCIETY OF PHOTOGRAPHERS | 7 | 7 | 96 | 17 | 1 | 0 |
| FULL FRAME PHOTO CLUB, INDIA | 2 | 2 | 32 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
| PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION OF COOCHBEHAR | 2 | 2 | 32 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF SINGAPORE | 1 | 1 | 16 | 10 | 1 | 2 |
| FOTO CIRCLE SOCIETY, THANE,MAHARASHTRA | 1 | 1 | 16 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| NIL | 2 | 2 | 16 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB OF ASSAM | 3 | 2 | 48 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| TGIS | 2 | 2 | 32 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF MADRAS | 5 | 3 | 64 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| LPS | 1 | 1 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| CLICKERZ COMMUNITY | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| MYSORE PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION | 1 | 1 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| DHANBAD CAMERA CLUB | 1 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| TELENGANA PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY | 3 | 2 | 36 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| CHHAYAPATH, CALCUTTA | 2 | 2 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| KOLHAPUR AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS ASSOCIATION | 1 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION OF HOOGHLY | 1 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| PLAAPA | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| THE ELURU AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS ASSOCIATION | 1 | 1 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| NIRVANA THE PHOTOGRAPHY ASSOCIATION | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| ANDHRAPRADESH PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY | 1 | 1 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| KALEIDOSCOPE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| ASANSOL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| WPAI | 1 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| ARANYAK | 1 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| MYSORE PHOTOGRAPHERS ASSOCIATION | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FIP | 1 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| TRICITY PHOTO ART SOCIETY | 1 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| INDIVIDUAL (NO CLUB) | 58 | 37 | 684 | 152 | 6 | 14 |
| TOTAL | 190 | 142 | 2409 | 490 | 20 | 40 |
| Name | # Participated | # Winners | # Pictures | # Accepted | Accepted Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Medals | # Honorable Mentions |
|||||
| FEMALE | 14 | 10 | 178 | 35 | 1 | 5 |
| MALE | 176 | 132 | 2231 | 455 | 19 | 35 |
| TOTAL | 190 | 142 | 2409 | 490 | 20 | 40 |
CHARTS
Acceptance
Accepted: 17.2%
Accepted: 23.8%
Accepted: 23.1%
Accepted: 17.2%
Scoring Pattern
TOP PERFORMANCES
| Name | # Pictures | # Accepted | Accepted Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Medals | # Honorable Mentions |
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Mr. SURESH BANGERA India |
16 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
Mr. Partha Roy AFIAP, GPU CR2, GPU VIP2, V IAPP, BEPSS India |
16 | 10 | 1 | 2 |
Mr. Rakesh Rawal India |
16 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
Mr. Mrinal Sen MPSA, EFIAP/B, EFIP GOLD (NATURE) India |
16 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
Mr. Suniel Marathe APSA, GMPSA, EFIAP/D2, ARPS, GAIUP, GAPU, GPU-HERMES, GPU/CR-4, CMOL, MS.CPE, MCPE, MAPS, FFIP, FPSI/MONO, FPSI/COLOR, SESAP, FSOF, ESOF, HON. GMGNG, HON. MTPAS, HON. FAVAA, HON. GPA-PESGSPC, HON. CPE, HON. FAIM India |
16 | 11 | 0 | 2 |
| Name | # Pictures | # Medals |
|---|---|---|
Mr. Siddharth Vijith India |
12 | 1 |
| Name | # Pictures | # Accepted | Accepted Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Medals | # Honorable Mentions |
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Mr. Katukuri Surya Prakasa Rao India |
16 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
Mr. PRADEEP GCM India |
16 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Mr. Mohammed Arfan Asif EFIAP/D3, FPSA, FRPS, FICS, MPSA, MICS, MIUP, MAPS, GWP.ICS, HON.YPS India |
16 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
Mr. Dr Gopal Belokar India |
16 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
|
Mr. SHAIK FAKRUDDIN AFIP India |
16 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Name | # Pictures | # Accepted | Accepted Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| # Medals | |||
Mr. ACHINTYA MURTHY India |
16 | 2 | 2 |
Ms. SHARIKA V India |
16 | 2 | 1 |
STATISTICAL TIT-BITS
| Statistics | Value | Participant |
|---|---|---|
| Youngest Participant | 11 |
Mr. Siddharth Vijith India |
| Senior Most Participant | 76 |
Mr. SAMIR SARKAR EFIAP-S, GFIP India |
| Number of Junior Participants (under 18 years) | 4 | - |
| Number of Senior Participants (above 60 years) | 43 | - |
| Number of Super Senior Participants (above 80 years) | 0 | - |
| Average age of participants | 48 | - |
Sponsored by Mr. Mahesh Viswanadha
Best Entrant Award
SURESH BANGERA
MANGALORE, KARNATAKA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
Award-winning Pictures
Section: COLOR - YPS Silver
Title: My sister
Section: MONOCHROME - FIP Medal
Title: children day
Section: NATURE - FIP Honorable Mention
Title: Leopard Catches Impala
Other Pictures Accepted: 6
Best Club Award
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
http://photographicsocietyofindia.com/
Number of Participants : 11
Number of Picture Uploads : 168
Number of Acceptances : 39
of which Medals : 3
and Honorable Mentions : 7
Hearty Congratulations to all the members!
Participating Members
Mr. Anand Nirgude
Mr. krishnan subramanian
Mr. Prasad Mantri
Mr. RAJENDRA WAGHMARE
APSI
Mr. RAVINDRA KAMBLI
Mr. SHASHANK RANJIT
Mr. Shekhar Mangaonkar
APSI, G.APS, IIG/ S6+P2
Dr. SMITA SAMEL
Mr. SURESH BANGERA
Mr. UMESH JADHAV
Mr. VAIBHAV JAGUSTE
EFIAP,BPSA,FFIP,AIIPC,AICS
Winners from Members
COLOR ( 643 pictures from 165 participants )
FIP Medal
"In memory Smt. Suman Narayan" - Sponsored by Mr. Yogesh Mokashi
AFIAP, GPU CR2, GPU VIP2, V IAPP, BEPSS
HOOGHLY, WEST BENGAL, India
Individual Member, Youth Photographic Society
Rooster Fight
YPS Gold
"In memory of Smt. P Suvarna" - Sponsored by Mr. Rajashekar H K
THANE, MAHARASHTRA, India
FOTO CIRCLE SOCIETY, THANE,MAHARASHTRA
FOLLOW UP
YPS Silver
Sponsored by Dr. Phanibhushan
MANGALORE, KARNATAKA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
My sister
YPS Bronze
"In memory of Smt. P Suvarna" - Sponsored by Mr. Rajashekar H K
SILIGURI, WEST BENGAL, India
Expression
YPS Young Talent Award
"In memory of Sri. Murali Santhanam" - Sponsored by Dr. Phanibhushan
BANGALORE, KARNATAKA, India
Junior Associate, Youth Photographic Society
Maravanthe 0422 D
FIP Honorable Mention
"In memory of Shri.M Ananthamurthy" - Sponsored by Mr. Girish Ananthamurthy
QPSA, HON.F.BCA, G.APS. ASAP, FSAP
DAVANGERE, KARNATAKA, India
Individual Member, Youth Photographic Society
Rooster Bath 07
"In memory of Smt. Nagarathna" - Sponsored by Mr. Girish Ananthamurthy
APSA, GMPSA, EFIAP/D2, ARPS, GAIUP, GAPU, GPU-HERMES, GPU/CR-4, CMOL, MS.CPE, MCPE, MAPS, FFIP, FPSI/MONO, FPSI/COLOR, SESAP, FSOF, ESOF, HON. GMGNG, HON. MTPAS, HON. FAVAA, HON. GPA-PESGSPC, HON. CPE, HON. FAIM
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
FULL FRAME PHOTO CLUB, INDIA
Her Majesty
Sponsored by Mr. Abdul Sadiq Pasha
EFIAP/D3, FPSA, FRPS, FICS, MPSA, MICS, MIUP, MAPS, GWP.ICS, HON.YPS
BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, India
Life Member, Youth Photographic Society
Cascading Fields
Sponsored by Mr. Abdul Sadiq Pasha
CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, India
Individual Member, Youth Photographic Society
Group of Elephants
"In Memory of Parents" - Sponsored by Dr. PRADEEP GCM
AMRAVATI, MAHARASHTRA, India
Individual Member, Youth Photographic Society
FIRE IN THE SKY
YPS Honorable Mention
"In memory of Smt. Susheelamma Anantharamu" - Sponsored by Mr. K A Suryaprakash
EFIAP, EFIP
HOWRAH, WEST BENGAL, India
NIL
ZIPPER R2
"In memory of Smt. Susheelamma Anantharamu" - Sponsored by Mr. K A Suryaprakash
GMPSA, EFIP/B, EIP, DIP IN PHOTOGRAPHY
KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, India
Mummy 605
"In memory of Smt. Susheelamma Anantharamu" - Sponsored by Mr. K A Suryaprakash
EFIP,EFIAP
P.O-UTTARPARA, DIST-HOOGHLY, WEST BENGAL, India
SKY IS THE LIMIT
"In memory of Smt. Susheelamma Anantharamu" - Sponsored by Mr. K A Suryaprakash
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
Milky Way and Quiver Tree
"In memory of Smt. Susheelamma Anantharamu" - Sponsored by Mr. K A Suryaprakash
NAVI MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
THE FLOWER SELLER
MONOCHROME ( 605 pictures from 155 participants )
FIP Medal
"In memory of Smt Rajalakshmi Subbarao Hegde" - Sponsored by Mr. K S Rajaram, AFIAP, Hon. FIP, Hon.YPS
MANGALORE, KARNATAKA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
children day
YPS Gold
"In memory of Mayur Polepalli" - Sponsored by Mr. Chandrashekar Srinivasamurthy, AFIAP
AFIAP
HOWRAH, WEST BENGAL, India
Frozen Look
YPS Silver
"In memory of Smt. Shashikala" - Sponsored by Mr. Ramesh Hoskote
SILIGURI, WEST BENGAL, India
My Sunshine
YPS Bronze
"In memory of Sri. R S Badrinath" - Sponsored by Mr. Rajashekar H K
EFIP,EFIAP
ICHALKARANJI, MAHARASHTRA, India
KOLHAPUR AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS ASSOCIATION
BULLOCK CART RACE BW LR
YPS Young Talent Award
Sponsored by Mr. Suryakant Sajjan
PALAKKAD, KERALA, India
Busy cleaning
FIP Honorable Mention
"In memory of Smt. Susheelamma Anantharamu" - Sponsored by Mr. K A Suryaprakash
DOMBIVLI, MAHARASHTRA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
AKELA
"In memory of Smt. Susheelamma Anantharamu" - Sponsored by Mr. K A Suryaprakash
APSA, GMPSA, EFIAP/D2, ARPS, GAIUP, GAPU, GPU-HERMES, GPU/CR-4, CMOL, MS.CPE, MCPE, MAPS, FFIP, FPSI/MONO, FPSI/COLOR, SESAP, FSOF, ESOF, HON. GMGNG, HON. MTPAS, HON. FAVAA, HON. GPA-PESGSPC, HON. CPE, HON. FAIM
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
FULL FRAME PHOTO CLUB, INDIA
In The Red
"In memory of Sri. C Ramachandra Rao" - Sponsored by Ms. Lakshmishree M R
EFIP, EFIAP/D1
COOCHBEHAR, WEST BENGAL, India
PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION OF COOCHBEHAR
THE APPLE
"In memory of Sri. C Ramachandra Rao" - Sponsored by Ms. Lakshmishree M R
GMPSA, EFIP/B, EIP, DIP IN PHOTOGRAPHY
KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, India
Ladakhi Old Woman 0828
"In memory of Sri. C Ramachandra Rao" - Sponsored by Ms. Lakshmishree M R
LINGA SAMUDRAM, ANDHRA PRADESH, India
Individual Member, Youth Photographic Society
THE RAGA
YPS Honorable Mention
Sponsored by Mr. C R Sathyanarayana, EFIAP, ARPS, FICS, HON.FPS
THANE, MAHARASHTRA, India
FOTO CIRCLE SOCIETY, THANE,MAHARASHTRA
MITU
Sponsored by Mr. C R Sathyanarayana, EFIAP, ARPS, FICS, HON.FPS
MFIP,EFIAP, A.CPE, IIG/S2,IIG/P,E.NPS,A.APS,IIG/S2,HON.PESGSPC
KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, India
REFUGEE WOMAN
Sponsored by Mr. RAJASIMHA SATHYANARAYANA
AFIAP, GPU CR2, GPU VIP2, V IAPP, BEPSS
HOOGHLY, WEST BENGAL, India
Individual Member, Youth Photographic Society
Insan Indonesia - Morning Rays
Sponsored by Mr. RAJASIMHA SATHYANARAYANA
GMPSA, EFIAP/S, GFIP
KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, India
LPS
SWAGATA 8524
Sponsored by Mr. RAJASIMHA SATHYANARAYANA
AFIP, AFIAP
SILIGURI, WEST BENGAL, India
Soi
NATURE ( 567 pictures from 147 participants )
FIP Medal
"In memory of Sri T N A Perumal" - Sponsored by Mr. K M B Prasad
AFIAP , EFIP
KARIMNAGAR, TELANGANA, India
Matting In Air 1
YPS Gold
Sponsored by Mr. Prasanna Venkatesh G, ARPS, EFIAP
HONNAVAR, KARNATAKA, India
Wild Chase
YPS Silver
Sponsored by Mr. Prasanna Venkatesh G, ARPS, EFIAP
APSI, G.APS, IIG/ S6+P2
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
Leopard Attack
YPS Bronze
Sponsored by Mr. KRISHNAMURTHY G.S
MPSA, EFIAP/B, EFIP GOLD (NATURE)
SOUTH DELHI, DELHI, India
Battle of the Blues
YPS Young Talent Award
"Sponsored by Bhoomi IVF Centre" - Sponsored by Dr. Jayadev Basappa - http://www.bhoomiivfcentre.com/
BANGALORE, KARNATAKA, India
Junior Associate, Youth Photographic Society
Killing
FIP Honorable Mention
Sponsored by Mr. Prasanna Venkatesh G, ARPS, EFIAP
EFIP,EFIAP,CMOL,GPU CR 2,G APU,HON CPE,A APS
CHENNAI, TAMILNADU, India
Life Member, Youth Photographic Society
Synchrony
Sponsored by Mr. Prasanna Venkatesh G, ARPS, EFIAP
MANGALORE, KARNATAKA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
Leopard Catches Impala
"In memory of Sri. C Ramachandra Rao" - Sponsored by Ms. Lakshmishree M R
MPSA, EFIAP, EFIP
KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, India
Sloth Driving Away Tiger 2421
"In memory of Sri. C Ramachandra Rao" - Sponsored by Ms. Lakshmishree M R
EFIP AFIAP
KARIMNAGAR, TELANGANA, India
Triangle attack
Sponsored by Mr. Venkatesh B S
BENGALURU, KARNATAKA , India
Individual Member, Youth Photographic Society
When Giants Swallow the Sun
YPS Honorable Mention
Sponsored by Mr. Prasanna Venkatesh G, ARPS, EFIAP
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
Wildfire
Sponsored by Mr. Prasanna Venkatesh G, ARPS, EFIAP
HON. F. WPAI, HON. PESGSPC
PANCHKULA, HARYANA, India
WPAI
Vibrant Voyage of a Hermit Crab
Sponsored by Mr. Prasanna Venkatesh G, ARPS, EFIAP
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
Nudge for a flight
Sponsored by Mr. C R Sathyanarayana, EFIAP, ARPS, FICS, HON.FPS
AFIP, QPSA, GPU CR-1, IIG/S7
MYSORE, KARNATAKA, India
Individual Member, Youth Photographic Society
Moms Magic
Sponsored by Mr. Vinod Kumar V K
NAVI MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
LAKE FULL OF BIRDS
TRAVEL ( 594 pictures from 152 participants )
FIP Medal
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, India
Life Member, Youth Photographic Society
Jallikattu 08
YPS Gold
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
AFIP, EFIP, AFIAP
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
NIL
BAPPA KHETWADICHA
YPS Silver
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
EFIAP , FFIP
SILCHAR, ASSAM, India
ONE FINAL KISS
YPS Bronze
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, India
Gurudevan Theyyam
YPS Young Talent Award
"In Memory of Dr Sandhya Ram" - Sponsored by Dr. Shankar Ram Hemmanur
BANGALORE, KARNATAKA, India
Junior Associate, Youth Photographic Society
Ellora 1693
FIP Honorable Mention
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
MFIP,EFIAP, A.CPE, IIG/S2,IIG/P,E.NPS,A.APS,IIG/S2,HON.PESGSPC
KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, India
KULASAI
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
AFIAP, GPU CR2, GPU VIP2, V IAPP, BEPSS
HOOGHLY, WEST BENGAL, India
Individual Member, Youth Photographic Society
Veins of Fire
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
HON.EFMPA HON.JSP IIG/S A.NPS IIG/S2
MURUD JANJIRA , MHARASHTRA , India
AKLIJ VARI MRAMHNAD
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
EFIP,EFIAP
P.O-UTTARPARA, DIST-HOOGHLY, WEST BENGAL, India
FISH DRYING PROCESS 3
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
BARUIPUR, WEST BENGAL, India
Bisarjan
YPS Honorable Mention
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, India
Singapore In Morning Light
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
APSI, G.APS, IIG/ S6+P2
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
Dusty Wildlife
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
KOLKATA, INDIA, India
KALEIDOSCOPE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
Har Har Mahadev
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
Pangong 2
Sponsored by Ms. Anitha Mysore
AFIAP , EFIP
KARIMNAGAR, TELANGANA, India
Jogini Punakam
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ABHISHEK BASAK
28
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adwait aphale
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
1
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AMIT KUMAR RAY
6
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AMIT KUMAR SAHA
PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION OF COOCHBEHAR
4
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ANANTH KAMAT
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
2
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ARUNKUMAR VADLOORI
15
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BHASKAR ATHAVALE
5
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BHRIGU KUMAR BAYAN
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB OF ASSAM
5
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BibhutiBhusan Nandi
ARANYAK
1
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BIDHAN DEBNATH
3
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BRAHMAIAH VANGAPALLI
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
2
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CHETHAN RAO MANE
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
4
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DASHAWATAR BADE
KOLHAPUR AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS ASSOCIATION
1
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Dibyendu Das
12
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Dinesh Verma
WPAI
1
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DURBA MAZUMDAR
PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION OF COOCHBEHAR
19
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DWIPARNA KUMAR DATTA
3
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GANESH NAMDEO MEMANE
NIL
13
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Gautam Chakraborty
12
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GAUTAM KR BASU
3
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GIRIDHARAN VIJAY
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
14
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GOUTAM PAL
3
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HAPPY MUKHERJEE
28
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Hemachandra Jain
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
13
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JINESH PRASAD
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
2
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KARTIK RAMAN
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
2
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kesanapalli subbarao
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
2
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LOKANATH M
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
3
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MANASI ROY
LPS
14
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Mohammed Arfan Asif
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
17
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Mrinal Sen
110
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MS BASAVANNA
1
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Nabarun Bhattacharjee
2
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PANKAJ GHOSH
3
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Partha Roy
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
127
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PRADEEP NARAYAN ARYA
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
1
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PRASAD PUDUKOTA SAMPATH
PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF MADRAS
1
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PRASHANTH KULKARNI
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
1
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RAJ KUMAR SOM
25
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RAJASHEKAR H K
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
3
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RAJASIMHA S
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
1
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RAJENDRA WAGHMARE
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
2
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Raju Ponaganti
114
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SAILENDRA NATH JANA
1
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SAMIR SARKAR
7
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SANJAY DANAIT
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
4
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SANTANU DATTA
NIRVANA THE PHOTOGRAPHY ASSOCIATION
2
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SHAIK FAKRUDDIN
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
7
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Shekhar Mangaonkar
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
115
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shivakumar B
5
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Shyam Sundar Ray
11
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Siddalinga Prasad K G
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
12
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Sitanath Paul
DHANBAD CAMERA CLUB
4
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Subhasis Barat
ASANSOL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
2
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Subrata Kar
15
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Subrata Nath
NIL
14
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sudhir nazare
17
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SUGATA SENGUPTA
4
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Suniel Marathe
FULL FRAME PHOTO CLUB, INDIA
29
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SV RAMESH
4
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Thejas K R
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
1
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UDAYA THEJASWI URS
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
5
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UDAYAN SANKAR PAL
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
1
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Umashankar Basavaraj
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
1
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VAIBHAV JAGUSTE
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF INDIA ( PSI )
1
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VEERESH BABU RAMA
2
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VENKATESH B S
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
6
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VIJAY MAILAR
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (LIFE MEMBER)
2
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Vinaya Mathews
YOUTH PHOTOGRAPIC SOCIETY (INDIVIDUAL MEMBER)
2
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Vonteddu Nageswara Rao
TELENGANA PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
2
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Salon Committee
Anitha Mysore ARPS, EFIAP/d1, MPSA, GPU CR-4, EIUP, c***MoL, FAPS, EFIP,MFIP, EFIP (g) Nature, ES.CPE, Hon.CPE
Salon Chairman
Kishan Harwalkar EFIAP, EFIP, c*MoL, EAPG
Salon Secretary
Kakade M S
Treasurer
Koushik Rao R
Reviewer
Mr. Chandrashekar Srinivasamurthy AFIAP
Reviewer
PREMA KAKADE EFIAP, EFIP, GPA PESGSPC,cMol, A. CPE, Hon PESGSPC, Hon. CPE
Reviewer
Girish Ananthamurthy EFIAP, EFIP, GPA PESGSPC
Reviewer
Mr. Manju Vikas Sastry V ESFIP, AFIP, Hon.APF, Hon.FGNG
Sponsorship
Gopinath B R
Web Master
External Support
Niladri Sreenivasa S V Bhattar
Creative Designs
Chethan Rao Mane
Creative Designs
Rajasimha Sathyanarayana
Catalog Design
Girish Mayachari
Exhibition In-charge
Subramanya C K
Exhibition In-charge
Swathi Shah
Media and Publicity
Rajaram K S
Media and Publicity
Girish Ananthamurthy
Media and Publicity
Koushik Rao R
Salon Support
