East Delta University (EDU) came alive with colours, creativity and culture as the campus hosted Lens E Utshob 2025, a flagship festival marking World Photography Day.

Organised by the EDU Photography Club, the day-long celebration drew students from universities across Chattogram, making it one of the city’s most vibrant gatherings of young photographers. The event was presented by Raisa’s Glamour World, with Barcode, EDUmig and Duft The Royal Scent as diamond sponsors. Gapush Gupush, Burgers World and Real Technology supported as gold sponsors, while NST Gadgets and HaverCastle joined as silver sponsors. Dotzi, Vivid Events, FNF Photography, The Business Standard and Circle partnered with the festival.

More than 1,600 photographs were submitted across categories, underscoring the enthusiasm of Chattogram’s photography community. Participants came from institutions including the University of Chittagong, Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology, Premier University, Asian University for Women, International Islamic University Chittagong and EDU.

The festival offered more than photography. Alongside the competition, students enjoyed a Cultural Night, a soulful Qawali Night and a lively Band Show. Student-run stalls created a fair-like atmosphere, drawing visitors throughout the day.

Winners were announced in three categories. In mobile, Tasin Sohad of the University of Chittagong secured first place, while Ashraful Arefin of International Islamic University Chittagong became runner-up. In single, Kazi Muhaiminul Islam Munaj of the University of Chittagong won first place, and Faisal Bin Lokman of the same university became runner-up. In series, Md Irfan of EDU was declared winner, and Avoy Sen of Potiya Government College became runner-up.

With hundreds of students participating and audiences cheering, Lens E Utshob 2025 emerged as more than a competition. It became a celebration of imagination, self-expression and the storytelling power of the lens, reaffirming the role of youth in shaping Chattogram’s cultural fabric.