Arnab Jyoti Arya is an Assamese author, filmmaker, and social development professional. Born on November 16, 1994, in Nalbari, Assam, he is widely known for his creative contributions to Assamese literature and independent cinema.
Creative & Literary Works
- Novels: He authored the Assamese novel Xamay Abuj Xathar (সময় অবুজ সাঁথৰ), published by Panchajanya Books.
- Children's Literature: He wrote Anuradha Dances the Bihu (ডাৱৰ আৰু নাই), which holds distinction as Pratham Books' first children's publication in the Assamese language.
- Filmmaking: During his time studying Mass Communication and Journalism at Tezpur University, he won multiple student film awards—including Best Director and Screenplay—for the short film She Saw Sea.
Professional Background
Outside of his creative pursuits, he has driven impactful community projects across Assam, serving as a Community WASH Coordinator and District ISA Coordinator for the Jal Jeevan Mission, and as a Cluster Coordinator with the Centre for Microfinance and Livelihood (CML - Tata Trusts). Grounded in grassroots leadership from his time as a Block Coordinator, Gandhi Fellowship, and Project Assistant at Tezpur University, Arnab combines strategic project management with strong community mobilization to deliver sustainable rural development.