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I was an art student during my high school days, but I was unaware of photography until I heard about an undergraduate diploma course in Advertising & Graphic Design. After studying this course for three years, I became interested in photography. I did events, weddings, and fashion photography at first, but gradually, I realized that they weren’t a good fit for me. Then ten years ago, I was offered an internship as a photojournalist at a newspaper that changed my life. Since that, nothing has compared to how happy I am in this field. I currently work as a photojournalist at Nepal’s leading and highest-selling English daily newspaper, The Himalayan Times, based in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Portfolio
In Pictures: APF safety rescue drill on Chandragiri Cable Car
The Armed Police Force conducted a safety rescue drill on the Chandragiri Cable Car, demonstrating their preparedness for emergency situations. The drill showcased various rescue techniques and highlighted the importance of safety measures in public transportation systems.
In Pictures: Protest against fuel hike!
Cadres from the Nepal Communist Party protested against the recent fuel price hike in Kathmandu, carrying cooking gas cylinders as part of their demonstration. The protest took place on Sunday and was documented through photographs by Skanda Gautam for The Himalayan Times.
In Pictures: Gai Tihar
A photo gallery showcasing the cultural festival of Gai Tihar in Nepal, highlighting the traditions and celebrations associated with the event.
Photo Gallery: Inexplicable beauty of Kalinchok
People are traveling to the mystic Kalinchok Bhagwati Temple, a Hindu shrine located at 3842m above sea level in Dolakha district. The area, part of the Gaurishankar Conservation Area, offers majestic views of Mt Gaurishankar and the Langtang range. The site attracts visitors for both religious and touristic experiences.
In pictures: Indra Jatra
Police manage the crowd as revellers partake in drinking homemade alcohol from the mouth of deity Swet Bhairav as a blessing during the Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu.
Nepal conducts J&J vaccination drive for persons with disabilities
Nepal initiated the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccination campaign for persons with disabilities at the Nepal Disabled Association in Kathmandu. The single-shot vaccine, provided by the US government under the COVAX facility, alleviated the country's vaccine shortage.
Journey of triumph and togetherness
In Kathmandu, Nanda Sunar and Hom Nath Rai, both wheelchair-bound, have built a life of resilience and love despite numerous challenges. Sunar, a former Maoist party member, faced severe hardships, including imprisonment and lack of medical care, which left her wheelchair-bound. She met Rai, also wheelchair-bound due to a spinal injury, at Bodhisattvas In Action (BIA), an organization supporting differently-abled individuals. Their love story, marriage, and the birth of their son Kiran highlight their unwavering spirit. Despite societal judgment and physical limitations, they continue to work as thangka artists, striving for a better future. Their story underscores the need for greater societal acceptance and government support for the differently-abled community.
Gallery: Pre-monsoon rain calls for a celebration for farmers ahead of 'Asar Pandhra'
Farmers in the outskirts of Kathmandu celebrate the pre-monsoon rains by splashing mud water and planting rice ahead of the plantation season. The celebration, which includes dancing and singing to traditional tunes, is part of the National Paddy Day 'Ropai' festival, marking the beginning of rice crop planting during the monsoon season. Some farmers were seen wearing facemasks due to concerns over COVID-19.
In Pictures: Occupy Baluwatar 2.0
Hundreds of youths gathered at Baluwatar in Kathmandu to show solidarity with a survivor of serial sexual abuse who shared her experiences on social media. They demanded action against the rapists, justice for sexual assault survivors, and immediate correction of the existing rape laws.
Gallery: Glimpses of front-line health workers at work
Frontline health personnel are depicted on duty at a hospital in Kathmandu during a lockdown imposed by the administration.
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