Neel Dongre (1944-2009) was one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the country who took a keen interest in mentoring young people, encouraged them to dream, and helped them fulfill their ambitions. These awards are aimed at recognizing young emerging and active photo practitioners who demonstrate talent and the passion to communicate with visuals.

 

These Awards/Grants are meant for professional/non-professional photographers who have produced an ongoing/finished body of work in any genre of photography; Social Documentary, Photojournalism, Fine Art etc.

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The awards will be administered by a Managing Committee consisting of Urmila Dongre, Aditya Arya (Trustee), Premola Ghosh, Asha Rani Mathur, Gopika Chowfla, Parthiv Shah and eminent artists and designers will be invited to be on the committee.