Kolkata Photographer Wins National Award for Chari Ganga Migratory Bird Photo

• Kolkata-based photographer Tanmoy Das Karmakar won first place in an All-India Photo Gallery Competition for his migratory bird photograph from Purbasthali's Chari Ganga.
• The competition, held on January 11, 2026, at the Art Society in Mumbai, saw participation from experienced photographers nationwide.
• Karmakar received a medal and cash prize; he previously won an international award from a London organization and a valuable lens.
• Local boatmen in Chupi felicitated Karmakar and Shahabuddin Sheikh, the boatman who assisted him, celebrating the recognition brought to their area.
• The award highlights the natural beauty and biodiversity of Chari Ganga, a popular winter destination for migratory birds and photographers.

Why It Matters: Tanmoy Das Karmakar's photo of Chari Ganga's migratory birds won a national award, boosting local pride.