Guwahati, 7th August 2017: The 5th edition of POHOR, the biggest photography exhibition in Assam organised by The Photography Club of Assam (PCA)held at the State Art Gallery, Guwahati during the period from 5th August to 7th August 2017. The exhibition was inaugurated by renowned artist from Assam, Mr Noni Borpuzari.

    A total number of hundred photographs from some of the best photographers across the country displayed in the exhibition. These photographs were selected by a panel of judges through a year-long selection process. Speaking on the selection process, Mr.Bidyasagar Baruah, AFIAP, Honorary Chairman, PCA said, “We organise photography contest on a regular basis throughout the year on our facebook page and the best photographs from across the various categories have been selected for display. Apart from that, a couple of pictures have been selected for display which were submitted directly for the exhibition”

    During closing ceremony of Pohor 2017 some awards have also been announced and distributed amongst members. The Awards list has been attached separately.

    About PCA: Photography Club of Assam, popularly known as PCA, is the home for photographers across boundaries. Founded on 8thApril, 2012 at Dibrugarh, it has now emerged as one of the country’s finest Photographic organization. It has won various awards such as The Best Club Award in EMPA International Salon 2017 with more than 40 competing countries, Best Club Award in Indian Golden Digital Circuit 2016 with more than 50 competing countries, 3rd Best Club in Federation of Indian Photography (FIP) Interclub Contest 2015 and 5thBest Club in Federation of Indian Photography (FIP) Interclub Contest 2016. The individual awards of members in various competitions have crossed the century mark.

The popularity of PCA speaks of itself. The club hasmore than 80,000 online members and nearly a thousand registered members, both of which are highest in India.

“We at PCA vision to work in almost every aspect of Photography as learners, as amateurs and also as professionals delivering products and services for the betterment of the art.”