ITANAGAR, 20 Aug: The Arunachal Photography Club (APC) celebrated World Photography Day 2026 with the official theme 'Home' on Wednesday, marking a new chapter in the journey of the photography community in Arunachal Pradesh.
The celebration also marked the shifting of the APC office from Kime Pakka Colony to Veronica Building, Jullang. The new space is envisioned not merely as an office, but as a creative home for photography enthusiasts and APC members. The facility will also feature a photography studio and theme- and photographer-based photo exhibitions.
Speaking on the occasion, APC president Dr Radhe Natung highlighted the club's growing focus on youth engagement and empowerment, including initiatives such as 'The Platform' and the 'Together We Can' awareness campaign against drugs.
As part of its youth engagement initiatives, the APC also signed an MoU with Lumdung Football Club (LFC) to promote sports, creativity, skill development and meaningful opportunities for young people.
Earlier in the morning, the APC organised a photowalk at the Ganga market on the theme 'Lens Tells Tales'. It was mentored by photographer Jummar Basar and twelve participants took part in the walk, exploring the everyday through their lenses and visual storytelling.
An online photo contest was also organised to encourage photography enthusiasts to see, feel and tell visual stories through photography.
Geken Riba emerged the winner, while Kenjing Dai secured the runner-up position. Both were awarded cash prizes and certificates.
Well-wishers, present and former APC members, and photography enthusiasts attended the programme.
