Arko Datta's lens captures more than just the aftermath of conflict and natural calamities. As a World Press Photo winner and Pulitzer Prize nominee, his work portrays the raw emotions of those affected. His images narrate compelling stories of pain, tragedy, fear, resilience, and the enduring strength of the human spirit, reminding us of the courage that shines through even in the darkest times.

PS: Certain images are for representation purposes only and might not be shot by Arko. The image at 58:00 is not shot by Arko.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Teaser

01:13 - Arko Datta x Bhavya Desai Begins

03:53 - Life of a Photojournalist

06:16 - Early Life09:34 - Gujarat Riots

11:14 - Vietnam War

11:54 - What attracted Arko to Photojournalism

12:42 - Face of Gujarat Riots

16:36 - Fear is good in Photojournalism

18:23 - Feeling after World Press Photo Award 2004

20:04 - Pulitzer Prize Nomination

20:45 - Do shooting disasters Change you?

22:22 - Bhuj Earthquakes

26:20 - You have to be Respectful

27:02 - You change for Good or Bad?

29:54 - How to Dissociate Yourself

31:42 - Religion in Photojournalism

33:01 - Does Religion make a difference on field?

35:02 - Photojournalist can’t have Opinions

41:22 - Is Media Neutral today?

42:43 - Reuters & Credibility

44:13 - Photojournalism is missing in India today

47:35 - Ethics in Photojournalism

48:12 - Aylan/Alan Kurdi pic by Nilüfer Demir

52:52 - Kevin Carter's Pulitzer Prize photo

53:50 - Should photographers help

55:35 - En route to Kargil War

01:02:51 - Psychological impact of Kargil War

01:03:22 - How was mood in Kargil