Amid the parched, cracked earth of a drought-stricken field, a young girl blows up a balloon — a fragile, fleeting symbol of joy and hope. Her quiet defiance against despair reflects the enduring spirit of childhood, even in the harshest realities.

Hope in a Barren Land
- Photographer: ARITRA BHATTACHARYA
- Date: June 6, 2025
- Collection: Hope, Visions of Renewal Competition