Vintage Cameras Find New Home at Tezpur University

Vintage cameras belonging to Assam's celebrated photographer, Nalini Kanta Baruah, affectionately known as the 'Shutter Guru,' have been permanently housed at Tezpur University. The formal donation was made by Baruah's son to the university's department of mass communication and journalism recently.

These valuable artifacts will be integrated into the department's photographic archive. The university plans to utilize the vintage cameras for public display and educational programs. This effort seeks to bridge the rich history of photography in Assam with contemporary visual storytellers.

The donation coincided with the inauguration of 'Sobi Ghor,' a photo exhibition-cum-competition held to celebrate World Photography Day 2026. This exhibition, part of the department's Silver Jubilee, explored themes like 'The Essence of Independence' and 'Nature.' A timeline showcasing photography's evolution, featuring Baruah's cameras, was a significant attraction.