Inclusivity and Diversity in the Media

Aman Chotani is a storyteller, brand architect, and creative visionary whose work transcends capturing moments—he crafts identities, atmospheres, and immersive brand experiences. With an eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, he transforms creative concepts into compelling visual narratives that resonate deeply with audiences.
With over a decade of experience, Chotani has documented cultures, built brands, and shaped visual identities across 20 countries. His work has been featured in prestigious platforms such as National Geographic and Condé Nast Traveller, and he has collaborated with international tourism boards to showcase diverse landscapes and traditions. His expertise extends beyond travel photography, delving into commercial and lifestyle branding for some of the world’s biggest companies.
Chotani has partnered with global brands including Zeiss, HCL, Vivo, Samsung, Oppo, Cox & Kings, Mediatek, Havells, and Canva, creating impactful campaigns that blend art with strategy. His ability to tell compelling visual stories has made him a sought-after creative force in the industry. Whether working with corporate giants or capturing the essence of indigenous cultures, his work continues to push the boundaries of visual storytelling, leaving a lasting impact on both brands and audiences worldwide.

Chitvan Gill is a writer, photographer, and independent filmmaker whose work explores the intersections of urbanization, migration, and cultural identity. Her photographic work focuses on capturing the unseen and unheard—communities on the fringes of India’s urban and rural landscapes. Through her lens, she documents the shifting patterns of city life, the struggles of marginalized communities, and the remnants of disappearing traditions, offering a visual narrative that is both evocative and deeply introspective.
Her photo features have been widely published, including Winterlude: A Season in Delhi (IIC Journal), Buland Masjid: No Grass in the Ghetto (The Indian Quarterly), Weavers’ Colonies in Delhi Are Dying at the Hands of Apathy and Modernity, and The Lives of the Unseen, Unheard Men and Women Who Build the Cities We Inhabit (Scroll.in). Her work brings to light the fragile existence of those who shape India’s urban sprawl yet remain invisible in its grand narrative.
As a filmmaker, Chitvan has directed and produced over fifty documentary and short films, many of which delve into themes of displacement, caste, and environmental change. Her documentary Take Me to the River (2013), a visual meditation on Delhi’s Yamuna, was screened at major film festivals, while her film On the Wings of Science remains the only film ever screened at a joint session of India’s Parliament.
Through her photography and films, Chitvan Gill constructs a compelling visual archive of contemporary India—one that challenges, provokes, and invites viewers to engage with stories that often go untold.

Deep Nair is a dedicated freelance photojournalist and contributor to Zuma Press, based in Mumbai, India. With a keen eye for storytelling through visuals, he has covered a wide range of issues, including politics, social movements, and human rights. Previously, he spent three years in Delhi, extensively documenting elections, social issues, and contemporary affairs.
His work on the impact of climate change on children was recognized among the top 75 photographs and exhibited in Lucknow, selected by UNICEF. Through his lens, Deep strives to shed light on underreported stories, capturing moments that resonate with a broader audience.
His photographs have been published in esteemed national and international media outlets, including The Guardian, The Times, The Daily Guardian, United News of India, The India Forum Magazine, Gay Times, Radio Romanian Neumarkt, WorldCrunch, and more. Deep continues to pursue impactful storytelling, using photography as a tool to drive awareness and change.

M. Palani Kumar, a documentary photographer and visual storyteller from Jawaharlalpuram in Madurai district, uses his craft to shed light on marginalized communities. Raised by his mother, a fish-seller, he pursued engineering (B.E., E&I) under the sports category but found his true calling in photography. In 2013, while still a student, he took a loan to buy his first camera, marking the beginning of his journey.
Palani worked as a cinematographer for the critically acclaimed documentary Kakoos, a hard-hitting portrayal of the lives of manual scavengers in Tamil Nadu. His commitment to amplifying their voices led him to conduct photography workshops for the children of manual scavengers, culminating in his first exhibition featuring their work.
As a 2019 PARI Fellow, he has been documenting the lives of working-class women. He is also a core member of Pep Collective, a forum of socially responsible photographers in Tamil Nadu. His impactful storytelling has earned him several accolades, including recognition as one of Ananda Vikatan’s Top Ten Humans of 2019 for his efforts in making the invisible visible.
In 2020, he was honored with the Best Story of the Year award by the Public Relations Council of India. His work has also received the Amplify Grant (2021), the Imagining the Nation State Grant (Chennai Photo Biennale, 2020), and the Samyak Drishti and Photo South Asia Grant (2020). Palani continues to use photography as a tool for social change, striving to bring visibility and dignity to marginalized communities.

Vicky Roy is an acclaimed documentary photographer known for his compelling visual narratives on social issues, migration, and resilience. Born in Purulia, West Bengal, he overcame immense hardships as a former street child before finding his passion for photography through the Salaam Baalak Trust.
Roy’s breakthrough came with his first solo exhibition, Street Dreams, which showcased his journey from the streets to the world of photography. He later gained international recognition when he was selected to document the reconstruction of the World Trade Center in New York as part of a fellowship by the US-based Maybach Foundation.
His work has been exhibited globally, including at the Fotomuseum, Switzerland; Whitechapel Gallery, London; and the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, India. His photographs have been published in leading media outlets such as TIME, BBC, The Guardian, and National Geographic Traveler.
A TEDx speaker and an award-winning photographer, Roy continues to use his craft to amplify untold stories, focusing on themes of displacement, survival, and hope. His memoir, Home Street Home, chronicles his inspiring journey from the streets to the global stage.