Deep Halder is an Indian journalist, author, and editor with a career spanning more than two decades in the media industry. He has worked with leading Indian publications such as India Today and India Today Group Online, covering various topics including politics, society, and culture. Halder is known for his writing on socio-political issues, particularly focusing on marginalized communities in India.
One of his notable works is the book Blood Island: An Oral History of the Marichjhapi Massacre, which explores the mass killing of Bengali refugees in the Sundarbans in 1979. Through his investigative work and storytelling, Halder sheds light on forgotten or overlooked events in India’s history, bringing attention to stories of suffering, resistance, and resilience. His work often highlights issues of displacement, migration, and injustice.Follow Deep Halder on X: @deepscribble