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Through the Green Lens- Inter College Photography Competition
Srushti (Environmental and Social Awareness Club) · Dr.D.Y.Patil Institute of Technology,Pimpri
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Through the Green Lens – Inter-College Photography Competition (September 18th 2026)
Tagline: Capture. Inspire. Create Change.
Organized by: SRUSHTI – The Civil Engineering Environmental and Social Awareness Club
Presented by: Dr. D. Y. Patil Unitech Society's Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, Pimpri, Pune
About the Event:
Photography has the power to move people - to make them stop, look closer, and care. Through the Green Lens is an inter-college platform for students to use that power in service of the environment, sustainability, and community. This competition invites participants to step outside, observe the world around them, and capture moments that tell a story about nature, our responsibility toward it, and the small everyday actions that add up to real change.
This isn't just a contest for the most technically perfect shot - it's an invitation to notice what often goes unnoticed: a bird resting on a branch, dew on a leaf, a community coming together for a cleanup drive, or the quiet beauty of a sunset over the hills. Every photograph submitted becomes part of a larger visual story about protecting our planet, brought together from students across colleges.
Purpose:
To encourage students to engage meaningfully with nature and the environment through photography; to raise awareness about sustainability, conservation, and eco-conscious living; to provide a creative outlet where technical skill meets environmental consciousness; to build a visual archive of nature and sustainability moments; to bring together photography enthusiasts from different colleges under one shared environmental cause; and to strengthen SRUSHTI's mission of fostering environmental and social responsibility among students.
Themes (choose any one):
Nature & Landscapes – Mountains, rivers, forests, skies, sunrises/sunsets, valleys, waterfalls, and other sweeping natural scenes.
Flora & Fauna – Plants, flowers, trees, insects, birds, and animals captured in their natural habitat.
Water & Life – Water bodies, rainfall, droplets, aquatic life, and the essential role water plays in sustaining life.
Sustainability in Action – Renewable energy, waste management, sustainable practices, and green initiatives in everyday life.
People & Nature – The human connection with the environment; communities and individuals working toward a greener tomorrow.
How to Participate:
Shoot one original photograph fitting any theme above. Rename the file as Name_Theme_Title (e.g., Rohan_Nature_Mountains). upload the photograph in the google drive (link provided), mentioning the title and theme of the photograph in the form. Only top 20 photographs will be shortlisted from all entries and their participants called for the final round of the competition on 18th.
Selection Process:
To ensure a fair and unbiased selection, all submitted entries will be reviewed anonymously by a panel of judges, without participant names or college details visible during evaluation. Photographs will be assessed on parameters such as relevance to theme, originality, creativity, and visual impact. The 20 shortlisted entries will be announced through the official SRUSHTI Whatsapp group and communicated directly to selected participants before the final round on 18th.
Final Round:
Participants whose photographs are shortlisted among the top 20 will be required to present their photograph on 18th and explain the story or message they intended to convey through it. This helps the judges understand the thought, intent, and context behind each shot, and forms an important part of the final evaluation.
Rules & Guidelines:
Open to students from all colleges. Photos must be original and your own clicks. Each participant may submit only 1 photo. No minimum resolution requirement. Use of AI or editing to create a whole new image is not allowed. Copying or using someone else's image is strictly prohibited and will lead to disqualification.
Prizes:
1st Prize – Trophy
2nd Prize – Trophy
3rd Prize – Trophy
E- Certificates will be provided to all participants.
Key Details:
Entry Fee: Free
Last Date to Submit: 15th September, 2026
Date of Competition- 18th September, 2026
Eligibility: Open to students from all colleges
Updates: Follow SRUSHTI on Instagram and join the WhatsApp group
Why Participate:
Beyond the prizes, this competition is a chance to slow down and really look at the world around you - to find beauty in a leaf, a droplet, a quiet moment of human care for the planet. It's a chance to connect with photography enthusiasts from colleges near and far, united by a shared belief that awareness starts with attention, and that a single photograph can spark a conversation about the future we want to build.
Let your lens create a greener tomorrow
Tagline: Capture. Inspire. Create Change.
Organized by: SRUSHTI – The Civil Engineering Environmental and Social Awareness Club
Presented by: Dr. D. Y. Patil Unitech Society's Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, Pimpri, Pune
About the Event:
Photography has the power to move people - to make them stop, look closer, and care. Through the Green Lens is an inter-college platform for students to use that power in service of the environment, sustainability, and community. This competition invites participants to step outside, observe the world around them, and capture moments that tell a story about nature, our responsibility toward it, and the small everyday actions that add up to real change.
This isn't just a contest for the most technically perfect shot - it's an invitation to notice what often goes unnoticed: a bird resting on a branch, dew on a leaf, a community coming together for a cleanup drive, or the quiet beauty of a sunset over the hills. Every photograph submitted becomes part of a larger visual story about protecting our planet, brought together from students across colleges.
Purpose:
To encourage students to engage meaningfully with nature and the environment through photography; to raise awareness about sustainability, conservation, and eco-conscious living; to provide a creative outlet where technical skill meets environmental consciousness; to build a visual archive of nature and sustainability moments; to bring together photography enthusiasts from different colleges under one shared environmental cause; and to strengthen SRUSHTI's mission of fostering environmental and social responsibility among students.
Themes (choose any one):
Nature & Landscapes – Mountains, rivers, forests, skies, sunrises/sunsets, valleys, waterfalls, and other sweeping natural scenes.
Flora & Fauna – Plants, flowers, trees, insects, birds, and animals captured in their natural habitat.
Water & Life – Water bodies, rainfall, droplets, aquatic life, and the essential role water plays in sustaining life.
Sustainability in Action – Renewable energy, waste management, sustainable practices, and green initiatives in everyday life.
People & Nature – The human connection with the environment; communities and individuals working toward a greener tomorrow.
How to Participate:
Shoot one original photograph fitting any theme above. Rename the file as Name_Theme_Title (e.g., Rohan_Nature_Mountains). upload the photograph in the google drive (link provided), mentioning the title and theme of the photograph in the form. Only top 20 photographs will be shortlisted from all entries and their participants called for the final round of the competition on 18th.
Selection Process:
To ensure a fair and unbiased selection, all submitted entries will be reviewed anonymously by a panel of judges, without participant names or college details visible during evaluation. Photographs will be assessed on parameters such as relevance to theme, originality, creativity, and visual impact. The 20 shortlisted entries will be announced through the official SRUSHTI Whatsapp group and communicated directly to selected participants before the final round on 18th.
Final Round:
Participants whose photographs are shortlisted among the top 20 will be required to present their photograph on 18th and explain the story or message they intended to convey through it. This helps the judges understand the thought, intent, and context behind each shot, and forms an important part of the final evaluation.
Rules & Guidelines:
Open to students from all colleges. Photos must be original and your own clicks. Each participant may submit only 1 photo. No minimum resolution requirement. Use of AI or editing to create a whole new image is not allowed. Copying or using someone else's image is strictly prohibited and will lead to disqualification.
Prizes:
1st Prize – Trophy
2nd Prize – Trophy
3rd Prize – Trophy
E- Certificates will be provided to all participants.
Key Details:
Entry Fee: Free
Last Date to Submit: 15th September, 2026
Date of Competition- 18th September, 2026
Eligibility: Open to students from all colleges
Updates: Follow SRUSHTI on Instagram and join the WhatsApp group
Why Participate:
Beyond the prizes, this competition is a chance to slow down and really look at the world around you - to find beauty in a leaf, a droplet, a quiet moment of human care for the planet. It's a chance to connect with photography enthusiasts from colleges near and far, united by a shared belief that awareness starts with attention, and that a single photograph can spark a conversation about the future we want to build.
Let your lens create a greener tomorrow
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Rules
📌 PARTICIPATION RULES
- Each participant can submit ONLY ONE photograph.
- The photograph must be original and clicked by the participant.
- AI-generated images are strictly NOT allowed.
- Copying, downloading, or submitting someone else's photograph is strictly prohibited.
- There is no compulsory resolution requirement.
- Basic editing such as cropping, brightness, contrast, and colour correction is allowed.
- The submitted photograph should be relevant to one of the given themes.
- Participants should provide correct information while filling the form.
- The decision of the judges will be final and binding.
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Goodies & others: Trophy to 3 winners E- Certificates to all the participants.
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