A former student and faculty member of the Faculty of Fine Arts, MSU in Baroda, Nikhileshwar Baruah’s artistic journey has been deeply rooted in Vadodara's rich cultural heritage. He worked for many years at the Ceramic Center, where he also participated in programs such as the Center’s collaboration with Khamir and its initiative with potters from Kutch. Baruah's artistic expressions span various mediums, and he continues to represent the creative potential of artists from the Northeast and create opportunities for their recognition.