A two-day exhibition of photographs of veteran photographer K. Bhaskar Rao showcasing the history of Visakhapatnam was inaugurated by Andhra University Vice-Chancellor G. Nageswara Rao at the Visakha Museum here on Saturday.
Titled ‘Nostalgia’, the exhibition reflects the changing face of Visakhapatnam’s cityscape, some of its landmark moments and rare captures of heritage structures and buildings.
The two-day show presents the 50 years’ journey, as a photographer, of Mr. Rao who served the Indian Air Force as a photographer and post retirement started his career as a freelance photographer in the city.
Applauding the efforts put in by the veteran photographer in documenting the history of the Port City over five decades, Prof. Nageswara Rao said the exhibition had some rare pictures which highlight the rich heritage and culture of the region.
Unique perspectives
“The creativity of the photographer can be seen in pictures with unique perspectives, compositions and panoramic shots of major events hosted in the city like the IFR and Visakhapatnam Port,” he added.
Director of Centre for Policy Studies A. Prasanna Kumar said the exhibition encapsulated the glorious past of North Andhra in a rich collection of photographs.
“Having known Mr. Bhaskar Rao from a long time, I have great admiration for his works and efforts in showcasing history of the region. A look at the pictures in the exhibition is as enriching as reading a 300-word book on North Andhra’s history,” he said.
Members of the Visakha Camera Club, photography enthusiasts and history buffs attended the first day of the exhibition.
A comparative collection of pictures of the Visakhapatnam Port between 1950 and 1990, a vintage shot of the round building of Bheemunipatnam that featured in the film Maro Charitra and its Hindi remake Ek Dhuje Ke Liye , some important political events in the city such as Rajiv Gandhi’s last visit to the city in 1991 before his assassination and a panoramic capture of the fleet of ships during the International Fleet Review are a part of the exhibition.
The exhibition will be open on Sunday from 10.30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
