GENCF POTY 2025

GENCF Photographer of the Year 2025

Photographer Of The Year 2025 Winner - Surendra Walke

Nikon's Choice Award

Mr. Najish Ali Sayyad - "Speeding train and the rising death"

Zeiss Choice Award

Srishti Excellence Awards

Category 1st Runner Up

Category 2nd Runner Up

The Judges

Mr. Ripan Biswas

Four-time Winner of Wildlife Photographer of the Year organised by Natural History Museum, London.

Ripan Biswas is a renowned, globally acclaimed wildlife photographer, educator, and biodiversity expert from Cooch Behar, West Bengal, India. With a Master’s degree in Environmental Science and a profession in teaching, Ripan found his true calling in nature photography, which he began in 2008. Deeply inspired by the natural world since childhood, he specializes in macro photography but passionately explores all genres of wildlife. His work, widely published in leading platforms like Sanctuary Asia and BBC Wildlife Magazine, serves to raise awareness about conservation.

Mr. Ripan Biswas

Four-time Winner of Wildlife Photographer of the Year organised by Natural History Museum, London.

Ripan Biswas is a renowned, globally acclaimed wildlife photographer, educator, and biodiversity expert from Cooch Behar, West Bengal, India. With a Master’s degree in Environmental Science and a profession in teaching, Ripan found his true calling in nature photography, which he began in 2008. Deeply inspired by the natural world since childhood, he specializes in macro photography but passionately explores all genres of wildlife. His work, widely published in leading platforms like Sanctuary Asia and BBC Wildlife Magazine, serves to raise awareness about conservation.

Mr. Kallol Mukherjee

Judge - Nikon’s Choice Award

Kallol Mukherjee is an award-winning Indian wildlife photographer known for his striking visual storytelling and commitment to nature conservation. With a passion honed over more than a decade, his work spans the vibrant biodiversity of India and beyond.

His photographs have earned international acclaim, with features and recognitions from Nature inFocus, Nature Photographer of the Year, WildArt Photographer of the Year, and Fondation Prince Albert II Photo Award.

He was Highly Commended in NPOTY 2020 and has received honors from Nikon India, including workshop features and mentorship roles.

Kallol’s work has been showcased across global platforms such as Pixoto, Pinterest, and international wildlife fairs.

Dr. Jainy Maria Kuriakose

ZEISS Brand Ambassador

Dr. Jainy Maria Kuriakose is a celebrated Indian bird photographer and former academician, widely admired for her contributions to avian documentation and nature photography.

She holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry and previously worked at Infosys in Bangalore.

Her interest in birds began over a decade ago and evolved into a passionate journey. She has travelled extensively across India and to international destinations including Alaska, Borneo, Bhutan, and Kenya, capturing rare and beautiful birdlife.

She is deeply committed to ethical photography and often shares her knowledge through articles, interviews, and educational sessions. Dr. Kuriakose has documented over 1,100 bird species in India. Her work is regularly featured in Frontline, JLRE Explore, and Bird Alliance India.

Dr. Jainy Maria Kuriakose

ZEISS Brand Ambassador

Dr. Jainy Maria Kuriakose is a celebrated Indian bird photographer and former academician, widely admired for her contributions to avian documentation and nature photography.

She holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry and previously worked at Infosys in Bangalore.

Her interest in birds began over a decade ago and evolved into a passionate journey. She has travelled extensively across India and to international destinations including Alaska, Borneo, Bhutan, and Kenya, capturing rare and beautiful birdlife.

She is deeply committed to ethical photography and often shares her knowledge through articles, interviews, and educational sessions. Dr. Kuriakose has documented over 1,100 bird species in India. Her work is regularly featured in Frontline, JLRE Explore, and Bird Alliance India.

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