Sri Vijaya Puram | November 12, 2026
The Department of Tourism, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, in association with the Indian Institute of Photography (IIP), Noida, launched an intensive eight-day Training and Certification Programme on Photography and Camera Handling in Shaheed Dweep on Thursday. The initiative is being conducted under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) scheme, a flagship programme supported by the World Bank to strengthen Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
The comprehensive training programme covers various aspects of photography and visual media, including camera handling, professional photography, videography, post-production, drone imaging, underwater photography and astrophotography. Renowned faculty members from IIP Noida, Mr. Aasif Khan and Ms. Garima Chaudhary, are conducting hands-on sessions for 68 participants from Shaheed Dweep.
The first day of the programme began with an introductory session covering the fundamentals of camera techniques, the exposure triangle comprising aperture, shutter speed and ISO, camera handling ergonomics and practical exposure metering. Participants were also introduced to how cameras respond to light under different ambient conditions, with practical sessions providing hands-on learning from the outset.
The capacity-building initiative aims to enhance the technical skills of local youth and equip them with the expertise required to establish viable enterprises. It also seeks to facilitate their transition into the organised sector through formal MSME registration, in line with the objectives of the RAMP scheme.
The programme is also expected to strengthen tourism-related services in the islands by developing a pool of professionally trained local photographers and videographers. This will enable visiting tourists to access professional photography services to capture their experiences across the islands’ scenic landscapes and marine destinations.
