Raghu Rai, widely regarded as the 'Father of Indian Photography,' passed away at the age of 83. His family announced his death through social media. Rai's impactful career spanned several decades, during which he captured haunting images of significant events, most notably the Bhopal Gas Tragedy and the life of Mother Teresa. His iconic photograph of a half-buried child during the Bhopal tragedy remains one of his most recognized works. Born in Jhang, Punjab (now in Pakistan), he began his professional photography career in 1962 with The Statesman and later became a member of Magnum Photos, an esteemed international cooperative of photographers. Throughout his lifetime, Rai authored over 18 books and his work appeared in prestigious publications such as Time, The New York Times, and The New Yorker. He also served as a jury member for the World Press Photo contest and UNESCO’s international photography competition. Rai is survived by his wife, Gurmeet Rai, and their three children, leaving behind a profound legacy in the world of photography.