Ramesh Shukla’s Death: UAE’s ‘royal photographer’ dies at 87; images shaped national memory

Dubai mourns the loss of Ramesh Shukla, the revered Indian expat photographer who captured the UAE’s transformation for over six decades. Known as the “royal photographer,” Shukla’s lens chronicled defining moments, from the nation’s formation to its rise as a global hub. His iconic images, including the Union’s declaration, are now etched in the UAE’s collective memory and currency.