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Photojournalist Dies After Month-Long Hospital Stay
13 Mar
Summary
- A 54-year-old photographer passed away after a month in hospital.
- He suffered severe injuries in a road accident on February 10.
- He had a four-decade career capturing environmental and civic issues.
Vaman Ramachandrasa Bhandage, a 54-year-old photographer, passed away on Friday. He had been hospitalized for over a month following severe injuries sustained in a road crash on Koppikar Road. The accident occurred on February 10 as he was returning home after covering a local government meeting.
Bhandage was a photojournalist for approximately four decades, with a passion for environmental photography, urban life, and civic sense. His career included documenting the visits of the President of India and Prime Ministers to Hubballi and North Karnataka. He was instrumental in capturing pivotal moments related to local agitations and infrastructure developments.
Known for his soft-spoken demeanor and dedication, Bhandage was respected by many prominent figures across politics, cinema, and business. He had been associated with The Times of India since 2004. He is survived by his wife, three children, and a large circle of relatives and friends.
