The Hindu former photographer Ch. V.S. Vijayabhaskar receives rare honour
This rare recognition is awarded to only one individual globally each year, based on exceptional lifetime contributions to the field of photography. Mr. Vijayabhaskar, with decades of service as a photojournalist and art photographer, earned this honour through his dedication and artistic excellence.
A retired chief photojournalist of The Hindu, Mr. Vijayabhaskar worked with several publications including the Indian Express, Andhra Prabha, Deccan Chronicle, and Andhra Bhoomi. Even post-retirement, he continues to pursue photojournalism with passion.
Currently serving as president of the Andhra Pradesh Photojournalists' Association, he is also a guest faculty member at Acharya Nagarjuna University. An explorer of wildlife photography, he has travelled across India and even to Kenya to document nature.
His photograph 'Thirsty' was featured in the souvenir of the Royal Photographic Society's 150th anniversary in London. He has also won UNESCO awards twice and served as a judge in numerous photo competitions worldwide.
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