23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Railway Reflection Unseen Toil
A young railway porter in a vibrant shirt pauses at a "Komlapur" station, his face caught in a moment of deep reflection within a grimy, scratched reflective surface. The stark contrast between his hopeful attire harsh realities of life for those whose existence is a relentless cycle of loading and unloading for meager pay. This portrait is a poignant glimpse into the unseen toil and unfulfilled dreams of the working class.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 10.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Camera: | Canon EOS 1200D |
| Copyright: | © Salauddin Reza |