British Council unveils ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition’

18 winning photographs from over 59,000 entries from 117 nations

The British Council and Natural History Museum, London, have launched the 60th Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition in Delhi, showcasing award-winning nature photography and promoting biodiversity, conservation and creative environmental awareness.

The British Council and London’s Natural History Museum have unveiled the 60th Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the British Council Gallery in New Delhi, running from May 2 to June 6.

In a press statement, the organisers say that the event was inaugurated by Lisa Nandy, Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, of the United Kingdom, signalling a month-long celebration of art, biodiversity and conservation.

The statement adds that this edition showcases 18 category-winning photographs selected from over 59,000 entries submitted by photographers from 117 countries, reflecting the competition’s global reach and enduring appeal.

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“The ‘Natural History Museum Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ exhibition is a testament to the power of art to inspire action. By hosting this showcase at the British Council, we aim to spark meaningful conversations about conservation and creativity, engaging young people we work with in the global movement to protect our planet’s biodiversity,” says Alison Barrett, Country Director India, British Council.

“We are delighted to present Wildlife Photographer of the Year in New Delhi, India, with a showcase of our category winning images. These are photographs that not only encourage further wildlife conservation efforts, but that spark the creation of real advocates for our planet on a global scale,” says Doug Gurr, Director, the Natural History Museum.

The organisers say that the exhibition features the grand title winners-Shane Gross for The Swarm of Life and Alexis Tinker-Tsavalas for Life Under Dead Wood.

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According to the statement, hosting the exhibition in India underscores the British Council’s commitment to cultural exchange and environmental awareness.

The statement adds that the exhibition is part of an ongoing collaboration with the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, designed to connect British cultural institutions with audiences worldwide and inspire action on climate and conservation.

The organisers say that the month-long programme includes a digital library wall, curated book displays, a wildlife conservation drawing session for children, a creative writing competition, a documentary screening and a panel discussion with experts from the Natural History Museum and the British High Commission.