Guwahati, March 31: Prabhat Jyoti Gowala, an alumnus of The Assam Royal
Global University (RGU) has earned recognition as an Art Grantee at the prestigious “Art for
Hope 2026” exhibition, organized by Hyundai Motor India Foundation at Travancore Palace
in New Delhi.
The 5th edition of the exhibition was held from 19 th to 22 nd March 2026 bringing
together 50 talented artists and their creative works from across the country. Prabhat is one of
the three artists who represented Assam in the grand platform, according to a Press release.
Speaking in this context, Prabhat said, “I applied with my creative proposal for the Art of
Hope grant. I was selected for this prestigious honour and received Rs 1 lakh from Hyundai
to do this project in September 2025.” From Assam, Prabhat Jyoti Gowala, Nayan Jyoti
Barman, and Subhash Deka received this national level honour, that consist a Trophy,
Certificate and Rs 1 lakh grant.
Prabhat studied fine arts for five years and earned his bachelor’s degree in 2024 from The
Assam Royal Global University. At RGU, he was also an AIU National Winner in the
category of Art Installation. Currently, he is pursuing his master’s degree in fine arts with a
100% scholarship at Lovely Professional University.
Prabhat’s artwork stood out as an interactive installation, inspired by mythological narratives
of Ram and Ravana, beautifully portraying the concept of duality. This piece blends
traditional symbolism with contemporary artistic expression, entirely conceived and designed
by Prabhat himself.
The Art for Hope Award by Hyundai Motor India Foundation is vital, as it provides financial
grants, professional recognition, and a platform for underrepresented, rural, and women
artists, as well as those with disabilities. It helps artists build sustainable careers by offering
financial support for projects, exhibition opportunities, fostering community, and promoting
art as a tool for social impact.
