About Us

Years Of Foundation

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Connecting Gujarat’s Photography Industry for Over Three Decades

The Charitable Group of Photographic Trade & Industry Association (CGPTIA) was established with the aim to unite individuals, corporates, and firms involved in the photographic trade. Since its inception, CGPTIA has been committed to the development and support of its members and the photographic industry through fairs, workshops, advocacy, and community service.

Active Members

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Trade Fairs Held

Government Representations

Workshops Conducted

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Our Journey

CGPTIA’s story began on 3rd August 1990, when a group of photo goods dealers and photo lab owners came together to form the Gujarat Photographic Dealers Association (GPDA) with just 25 members. As the association grew in strength and purpose, it was renamed to Gujarat Photographic Trade & Industry Association (GPTIA) in 2005. Eventually, it was restructured into a charitable organization known today as The Charitable Group of Photographic Trade & Industry Association (CGPTIA) under Reg. No. F/17270/Ahmedabad.

Today, CGPTIA boasts a vibrant and growing community with over 300 members across Gujarat, continuing its legacy of over 35 years of dedicated service to the photographic industry.

What We Do

CGPTIA has consistently worked for the betterment of its members and the photography industry by:

Organizing the India International Photo Video Trade Fair successfully conducted 15 times over the past two decades.
Launching PhotoFair, a photography exhibition initiated in 2009 in Ahmedabad, to showcase the latest advancements in photography technology.
Representing the photographic community before the Government of India and Government of Gujarat to advocate for:
- Reduction in customs duties on photographic products.
- Abatement of service tax for photography services.
- Relief under the Gujarat State Works Contract Act, including Sales Tax and VAT reductions.
Conducting workshops, seminars, and training sessions on VAT, GST, Service Tax, and Works Contract Tax across Gujarat.
Providing financial support to families of deceased photographers (under 50 years of age) who were members of city/town photographer associations in Gujarat.
Hosting photography contests and skill development workshops across various cities to uplift photographers at all levels.

Our Vision

We envision:

Promoting literature and knowledge related to photography and fine arts.
Supporting research and development in photographic material manufacturing.
Becoming a central source of technical education and industry insights.
Building a strong community of stakeholders in the manufacture and distribution of photographic equipment.

Our Mission

Our mission is to create awareness about the growth of photography in India, foster connections within the industry, and provide a progressive platform for education, exposure, and collaboration for all photography professionals.