• Eligibility:
  1. The competition is open to all anaesthesiologists.
  2. Participants must be affiliated with an anaesthesiology department or organisation.
  3. Retired anaesthesiologists can apply. 
• Theme and Categories:
  1. The competition will have multiple categories representing different genres of Photography.
  2. The specific categories should be clearly defined, such as “Landscapes, wildlife – Birds, Mammals, Macro, Astro & Creative Photography” themes.
  3. Participants can submit their photographs in one or more categories.
  4. Photography of pets, domesticated animals, or from zoos is not allowed and will be disqualified 
• Submission Guidelines:
  1. Each participant may submit a maximum of 1 photograph per category (total of 6 entries per photographer).
  2. Photographs must be original and taken by the participant. RAW or NEF files will be asked if qualified for the final round at a later date. Failing to produce the RAW/NEF file will lead to disqualification.
  3. Basic editing is allowed. Any manipulation (e.g., changing background/sky) or use of AI will be disqualified.
  4. Images should be submitted in digital format (email to be shared later), preferably JPEG, with no names on the photographs.
  5. Participants must include a brief description/caption for each photograph explaining its relevance to the chosen category.
  6. Send your photographs to the email barc@drazam.com — 6 entries per photographer — across these categories:
     1. Landscapes
     2. Macro
     3. Birds
     4. Mammals
     5. Astro
     6. Creative Photography 
• Deadline and Submission Process:
  1. The submission deadline will be clearly communicated well in advance.
  2. Participants will submit via a designated online platform or email address
  3. Clear guidelines on file size, resolution, and naming conventions will be provided.
  4. Last day for submission: 16th May, 2026.
• Judging and Selection:
  1. Judging panel: Mohan Thomas (Bangalore), Prakash Ramakrishnan (Coimbatore), Arun Kumar Krishnaiah (Bangalore) & Amit Rane (Mumbai )
  2. The judging panel consists of 4 experienced photography professionals.
  3. The judging criteria will be transparent, fair, and communicated to participants.
  4. Judges will evaluate creativity, technical quality, relevance to category, and overall impact.
  5. Judges’ decisions are final and binding. 
• Intellectual Property and Usage Rights:
  1. Participants retain the copyright of their photographs.
  2. By submitting, participants grant the organisers a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use the photographs for promotional and non-commercial purposes, with due credit to the photographer.
  3. Any usage beyond this scope requires explicit consent from the photographer.
• Winners and Prizes :
  1. Winners of each category will be announced on the Ganga platform and notified individually.
  2. Prizes will be decided by the organisers.
  3. There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards.
• Exhibition and Recognition :
  1. An exhibition/display of winning photographs will be held at ‘Hall of Fame Awards – Le Meridien ’.
  2. A total of 4 participants will get a chance to showcase their photographs at the Hall of Fame awards (in-person event).
  3. All participants, especially winners, will be recognised and acknowledged through certificates.
• Disqualification and Code of Conduct :
  1. Participants violating rules or engaging in unethical behaviour will be disqualified.
  2. The competition promotes respectful and professional conduct.
  3. In case of doubt, participants may be asked to produce an ID card.
• Modifications and Termination :
  1. The organisers reserve the right to modify or cancel the competition if unforeseen circumstances arise, with appropriate communication to participants.

Dr J Balavenkatasubramanian | Organising Chair | AORA & GARC 2026
Dr Azam | Lead Organiser | International Photography Contest