Anand R.K., Suparna Sharma and Aniruddha Ghosal, among awardees as “trAPPed” highlight dangers of digital fraud and surveillance misuse
Guwahati: A powerful investigation into the growing dangers of cybercrime and surveillance has earned two Indian journalists global recognition at the Pulitzer Prizes this year.
Anand R.K. and Suparna Sharma, along with Bloomberg’s Natalie Obiko Pearson, were honoured in the Illustrated Reporting and Commentary category for their project “trAPPed.” The work combines visual elements with narrative storytelling to highlight the human impact of sophisticated online scams.
At the centre of the report is an Indian neurologist who was deceived by cybercriminals impersonating officials and subjected to what was described as a “digital arrest.” Confined through her own device, she was manipulated into isolation while funds were withdrawn from her accounts. The story underscores how rapidly evolving technology is being exploited for fraud.
In addition, journalist Aniruddha Ghosal contributed to a Pulitzer-winning investigation in the International Reporting category. The report examined how surveillance technologies, originally developed in global tech hubs, are being deployed by agencies such as the US Border Patrol and have expanded into countries including China.
The Pulitzer committee noted the entries for their “compelling and immersive portrayal” of modern digital threats. Collectively, these works highlight the critical role of journalism in uncovering complex and evolving risks in the digital age.
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