North East Art Festival 2025 – A Celebration of Contemporary Indian Art
The National Art Club successfully hosted the North East Art Festival, a vibrant celebration of contemporary Indian art, from August 16th to 21st, 2025, at the Gauhati Artists’ Guild, Zoo Tiniali, Guwahati. The festival opened with a warm and lively reception on August 16th at 4:30 PM, marking the beginning of six days filled with art, culture, and creativity.
The event was graced by Chief Guest Eminent Artist Munindra Narayan Bhattacharyya, Guest Writer Kusumanjali Sharma, and Special Guest Artists Shiba Prasad Marar and Koushik Pal.
About the Exhibition
The North East Art Festival 2025 brought together an extraordinary collection of 52 artists from 15 Indian states, making it a true celebration of India’s cultural diversity.
Artists from Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Tripura, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Hyderabad, Maharashtra, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and beyond presented their works.
The exhibition featured a dynamic mix of artistic practices, including:
Painting
Sculpture
Graphics
Lithographs
Printmaking
Woodcut
Bronze sculpture
Terracotta sculpture
Mixed media sculpture
This rare and captivating display highlighted both traditional inspirations and contemporary expressions, making the festival a unique cultural milestone for the North East.
Event Details
Dates: August 16th – 21st, 2025
Venue: Gauhati Artists’ Guild, Zoo Tiniali, Guwahati
Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Curator’s Statement
“We are thrilled to showcase the captivating work of 52 artists from across India, beautifully capturing the essence of Indian contemporary art,” said Tarun Chandra, curator of the festival.
The National Art Club honored all participating artists during the festival.
Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Munindra Narayan Bhattacharyya and Koushik Pal for their remarkable contributions to Indian art.
The Northeast Kala Ratna Award recognized outstanding achievements in painting, watercolor, and sculpture.
The Eminent Artist’s Kala Shiromoni Samman celebrated distinguished artistic excellence.
Cultural Highlights
The festival not only showcased visual arts but also created a lively cultural atmosphere with:
Daily poetry readings inside the gallery
Musical performances and recitals
Programs where artists and art lovers came together in celebration of creativity
The event drew enthusiastic crowds, with art lovers from Assam and beyond attending in large numbers, making it a memorable cultural gathering.
About Tarun Chandra (Curator)
Tarun Chandra, curator of the North East Art Festival, is a renowned sculptor and artist committed to promoting Indian art and supporting underprivileged children. His dedication to nurturing creativity and empowering communities continues to inspire artists and art lovers alike.