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Soumyarendra Barik

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Assistant Editor at The Indian Express
📍 New Delhi, Delhi, India

Soumyarendra Barik is an Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, where he reports on the intersection of technology, policy, and society. A graduate of Delhi University, his investigative work often focuses on AI regulation, online censorship, and the rights of gig economy workers.

Outside of his reporting, Soumyarendra is a self-described nerd about horology (watches). He also closely follows Formula 1 racing and is an avid football fan.

He once worked undercover as a delivery driver for Zomato, Blinkit and Swiggy for three days to report on the brutal economics of the gig economy.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Assistant Editor
Job Level
Junior
Location
New Delhi, Delhi, India
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Tech Policy & Regulation
Reports extensively on digital rights, data privacy, and government policies impacting Big Tech companies in India.
Gig Worker Rights
Conducted an in-depth ground report by working as a delivery driver to expose the low pay and difficult conditions in the gig economy.
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Career

Work history

7-2025
Assistant Editor
The Indian Express
8-2023 - 7-2025
Special Correspondent
The Indian Express
2-2022 - 7-2023
Principal Correspondent
The Indian Express
3-2021 - 1-2022
Senior Correspondent
Entrackr
5-2019 - 3-2021
Reporter
MediaNama
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Media appearances

On 3 Things – The Indian Express' Soumyarendra Barik discusses Sanchar Saathi. Featured in Facebook (Express Podcasts)
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On 3 Things – The Indian Express' Soumyarendra Barik talks about the Rajya Sabha. Featured in Facebook (Express Podcasts)
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Education
2013 - 2016
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Delhi University
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