Danish Siddiqui - A Lifestory

This person was not just a photographer; they were a visual person who showed the real heart of people during trouble and danger. Their camera was like a strong witness, recording events from the 2015 Nepal earthquake to the war zones in Afghanistan and Iraq. They didn't just take photos; they let those without a voice be heard and showed stories that needed to be told. They bravely showed the human cost of war, as seen in their strong coverage of the Rohingya refugee problem in 2017. They were dedicated to taking real photos, which earned them and their coworkers at Reuters a big award in 2018 for their moving record of the problem. Another photographer called them "a person of great honesty and hard work," a feeling shared by many who worked with them. Their photos, often real and honest, made people face the truth about war, poverty, and being forced to leave home. Before their sad death in 2021 while reporting on the war in Afghanistan, this person left behind a strong history of brave and important photography. They showed that one photo can start talks, inspire change, and make the world a more understanding place. Their work will keep inspiring future photographers.