Preparation for Next Sareen by Nirupam Roy

Captured at the break of dawn on Udaypur sea beach, this photograph documents the traditional 'Sareen' fishing method along the Bay of Bengal. The photographer arrived at 5:15 a.m. to witness the rhythmic, collaborative effort of over twenty fishermen as they hauled their triangular nets toward the shore. By choosing a wide-angle perspective in the soft morning light, the image highlights the scale of this communal labor. It is an award-worthy piece that elevates a routine maritime practice into a compelling visual narrative, emphasizing the harmony between human persistence and the vast, quiet power of the sea.