The much-anticipated inter-university photography festival and exhibition, Lens-e Utsab 2025, began today (19 August) at East Delta University (EDU). Organised by the EDU Photography Club, the day-long youth festival also marks the official launch of the club’s first-ever photography magazine.

Students from various universities across Chattogram are taking part in the celebration of creativity. Alongside EDU, participating institutions include CUET Photographic Society (CUETPS), Asian University for Women (AUW) Photography Club, International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC) Photography Society, and the Department of Architecture of Premier University.

The competition features three categories: Mobile Photography, Single Photo, and Photo Series. Submissions are being judged by a distinguished panel comprising renowned photographers Shoeb Faruquee, Kazi Riasat Alve, and Ata Mohammad Adnan, with Fahim Hasan Ahad serving as associate judge. Winners will receive awards from a prize pool of Tk 30,000, alongside special recognition, the opportunity to be featured as the cover photo of the event magazine, and the chance to showcase their work in the exhibition.

In addition to the exhibition, cultural performances, attractive stalls, and special appearances by popular influencers will add to the vibrancy of the festival.

The event has received strong support from sponsors and partners. RaySas Glamour World is the Title Sponsor, while Diamond Sponsors include Barcode, Edumig, and Duft Perfumes. Gold Sponsors are Real Technology, Gapush Gupush, and Burgers World. Heavercastle, Voyage, NST Gadgets, and RiseN Group have joined as Silver Sponsors, with DotZy, TBS Graduates, Vivid Events, FNF Photography, and Circle collaborating as event partners.

Since its inception, the EDU Photography Club has been committed to nurturing students’ creativity and visual storytelling skills. Through exhibitions, competitions, and workshops, it has successfully brought together young photographers across Chattogram, creating a vibrant platform for artistic growth.

Lens-e Utsab 2025 will conclude this evening with a series of cultural performances, celebrating the fusion of creativity and community.