The Odisha Photo-Videographic Traders’ Association (OPTA) observed the World Photography Day here on Tuesday. Members of the association organised a blood donation camp and a photography competition to mark the occasion. Two legendry cinematographers of the State, Raju Mishra and Srinibas Mohapatra joined the evening as guests and jury members.
At least 26 units of blood collected during the blood donation camp under the supervision of Durga Prasad Rath, a technician of Capital Hospital Blood Bank.About 150 photographers, videographers, lab owners and traders from across the State participated in the celebration. Companies like NIKON, CANON and SONY and local photo traders also took part to promote their products and services.Organisers said the OPTA has been organising various programmes since its inception in an aim to encourage youths towards the world of visualization, framing and capturing of moments, elements and emotions.