“If you can smell the street by looking at the photo, it’s a street photograph.” — Bruce Gilden
Sadak Chhaap Magazine invites street photographers from across the world to share their unique perspectives of Durga Puja through a Photo Series
Open to photographers worldwide
Both emerging and established photographers are welcome
Images must be captured in public spaces
Photographs must be original and taken by the submitting photographer
Maximum: 1 series (up to 6 images)
Series should have a cohesive narrative or visual connection
JPEG format (.jpg / .jpeg)
Minimum resolution: 6000 x 4000 pixels with 300 DPI
Maximum file size: 10 MB per image
sRGB color space preferred
Format:YourName_ImageTitle_01.jpg(Example: XXXX_ShadowPlay_01.jpg)
Basic edits allowed (contrast, exposure, color correction, cropping)
Heavy manipulation is NOT allowed
No compositing or adding/removing elements
Images must not be AI-generated
No staged or directed scenes
Respect the integrity of street photography—real moments only
Photographers are responsible for ensuring ethical practices in capturing subjects
Please include the following with your submission:
Photographer’s Name
Location (City, Country)
Image Titles (optional but recommended)
A short description (for series submissions)
Instagram handle / Website (if any)
Photographer retains full copyright
By submitting, you grant Sadak Chhaap Magazine the right to:
Publish selected images in digital/print editions Promote the work on social media with proper credit
Images will be curated based on:
Storytelling Composition & timing Emotional depth Originality
Selected photographers will be notified via email or Instagram
Submission Starts: 18th September 2026 IST
Submission closes: Midnight 30th September 2026 IST
Click on the Link below for submitting your Works
