23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Hardship's Path at Station

This photograph captures a young man, a porter, standing by railway tracks in Dhaka Komlapur railway station, Bangladesh. His expression conveys a deep sense of concern, highlighting the hardships he faces in his daily life, which often involves backbreaking labor instead of education. The image powerfully contrasts the demanding nature of his work with the lost opportunity for schooling, offering a poignant glimpse into the challenges many young people experience.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2025
Date Uploaded: 10.2025
Photo Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Camera: Canon EOS 1200D
Copyright: © Salauddin Reza