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Cairo, Egypt — The Maulana Azad Centre for Indian Culture (MACIC), the cultural wing of the Embassy of India in Cairo, proudly announces the 4th Wildlife Photography Exhibition by Amol Avinash Hendre, a pioneering Indian wildlife photographer whose work has traversed continents and captivated audiences across Asia and Africa. The exhibition will take place on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 January 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at the MACIC premises located on the 2nd floor, 3 Abu El Feda Street, Zamalek, Cairo.
This landmark event marks Amol Hendre’s first-ever exhibition in Egypt and the African continent, establishing him as the first Indian photographer to showcase wildlife photography in three countries—Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and India—and now Egypt. The exhibition stands as a testament to Hendre’s dedication to the natural world and his growing global influence in wildlife photography.
The primary purpose of this exhibition is twofold: to introduce the Egyptian public to the breathtaking richness of Indian wildlife and inspire wildlife-oriented tourism to India, and to promote awareness of the ecological importance of both Indian and African wildlife. Through vivid imagery and artistic composition, Hendre aims to foster a deeper appreciation for conservation, biodiversity, and the shared environmental heritage between India and Africa.
Amol Avinash Hendre, founder of Aayu Expeditions, is an accomplished wildlife traveller and professional photographer with more than 20 years of experience. His passion for wildlife and landscapes emerged from his upbringing amid the vast, untouched terrains of Asian and African highlands. Over the years, he has refined a unique visual style that blurs the line between photography and fine art—highlighting wildlife with emotional depth, dramatic light, and compelling composition.
His photographic journey spans continents: from the iconic Lake Nakuru, Naivasha, the Aberdares, and the Masai Mara in Kenya, to India’s renowned national parks such as Sasan Gir, Ranthambhore, Kanha, Bandhavgarh, and Tadoba. He has also captured the elusive Sumatran tiger in Indonesia and documented rare gorilla encounters in Uganda. His previous exhibitions—hosted in Bali (2023), Colombo (2024), and Mumbai (2024)—earned recognition for their artistic excellence and environmental message.
Visitors to the Cairo exhibition will experience some of Hendre’s finest work, presenting the mesmerizing diversity of wildlife across India, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The event also comes as a precursor to his next major project: the Conference on Bengal and Sumatran Tigers, scheduled for 23 February 2026 at Samosir Island, Indonesia, in collaboration with the Samosir Tourism Board, The Consulate General of Indonesia in Mumbai, The Embassy of India in Jakarta, and The Consulate General of India in Medan.
MACIC and the Embassy of India in Cairo warmly invite photography enthusiasts, wildlife lovers, students, researchers, and the general public to attend this exceptional exhibition and engage with the powerful visual dialogue between humanity and nature. This event promises not only an artistic experience but also a call for global cooperation in wildlife conservation.
For inquiries and media contact:
Maulana Azad Centre for Indian Culture (MACIC), Zamalek, Cairo
(Embassy of India – Cultural Wing)
