Avijit’s impactful photography series captures the essence of the Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove delta, while shedding light on the area’s vulnerability to climate change. The images undergo a unique process, initially taken within the Sundarbans, then carefully printed and immersed in sea water to simulate the effects of flood-impacted surroundings. The Sundarbans faces significant challenges due to rising sea levels, with annual floods wreaking havoc on the livelihoods of thousands of people. Through his project, Avijit’s intention is to convey the poignant reality of eroded identities resulting from rising sea levels, symbolising the unfortunate neglect and lack of support experienced by those affected. These photographs serve as a visual testament to the urgent need for attention and care towards these vulnerable communities.
ABOUT AVIJIT
Avijit Ghosh is a photojournalist based in Kolkata, India. He was brought up in a rural village in West Bengal and later moved to pursue his Bachelor degree in Arts. After his Bachelors, he pursued his diploma in Social Work and Photography. His work mostly focuses on the socio-environmental impact of climate change and humanitarian issues and has been published by platforms such as VICE, BBC, Huffington Post, CNN, Bloomberg and WSJ. Since #CreateCOP, Avijit has been working on projects centering around the river erosion caused by the ‘Farakka’ barrage, which was commissioned by the Indian government in 1975. The barrage acts as an obstacle that changes the course of the river, resulting in villagers along the riverbanks losing their homes.