Triumph at the State Gallery of Art: Chhapaak's Students Shine Big at Mazda Art Festival 2026

Hyderabad / Raipur — September 2026: Art is not merely about replicating what the eyes see; it is about capturing a pulse, a breath, and a deep-seated reality on canvas. This philosophy came alive vibrantly at the prestigious Mazda Art Festival 2026, held from September 11th to 13th at the State Gallery of Art, Madhapur, Hyderabad. the Mazda Art Festival.

Amidst a breathtaking national showcase featuring over 175 artists and 250 stellar artworks from across the country, the students of the Chhhapaak Institute of Art and Design carved their names into the limelight. Out of our brilliant contingent, four exceptional students clinched top honours, proving that rigorous discipline, profound vision, and unyielding passion can move the harshest of jury panels.

A Showcase of Mastery: The Chhapaak Success Story

At Chhapaak, we believe that true artistic brilliance requires both individual dedication and institutional backing. To foster uncompromising quality and give our learners national exposure, Chhapaak proudly sponsored and supported 33% of the official participation fee for our students at this premier festival.

That investment in raw talent bore golden fruit. Competing against seasoned creators from pan-India backgrounds, our students representing the intensive Advanced Program in Hyper Realism and Creative Art—our flagship 2-year certificate course—showcased breathtaking technical precision.

🏆 The Roll of Honour:

Roshan Sahu

• First Prize- 2,50,000 - Two lakh fifty thousand rupees (Mazda Art Excellence Award / Session’s Excellent Artwork): Roshan captured the highest honour of the session with a stunning hyper-realistic masterwork that left both visitors and judges spellbound. His meticulous attention to light, texture, and emotional depth stood out as a definitive highlight of the entire exhibition.

  
  

• Kanchan – Distinguished

  
  

• Suraj Nishad – Distinguished

  
  

• Digambar Sahu – Distinguished

  
  

The success of Roshan, Kanchan, Suraj, and Digambar serves as a powerful testament to the rigorous, studio-focused training embedded within Chhapaak's hyper-realism curriculum.

Bridging Passion and Professional Platforms

Organized by the Mazda Art Foundation under the visionary leadership of Vispi Tarapore, the Mazda Art Festival has rapidly cemented its reputation as one of India's premier cultural gatherings. Designed to bridge the gap between emerging creators and mainstream collectors, the three-day confluence at Madhapur’s State Gallery of Art featured live master demonstrations, curated fine-art spaces, and high-value grants.

For students stepping out of the structured environment of an art institute and into a national gallery setting, the experience is transformative. Speaking on the stellar performance of the Chapaak contingent, founder Pramod Sahunoted:

"Seeing our students stand shoulder-to-shoulder with top artists from across India and command the respect of an elite jury is a moment of immense pride. Hyper-realism demands endless patience—hours spent chasing a single highlight or shadow. When platforms like the Mazda Art Festival recognize that quiet, painstaking dedication, it validates the sleepless hours our students put into their easels. At Chhapaak, our mission has always been to give wings to regional talent on national stages, and this is just the beginning."

Continuing the Legacy of Excellence

As the curtains closed on September 13th following the grand distribution of the festival’s prestigious art grants, our winning artists returned home to Raipur carrying not just trophies and certificates, but a renewed sense of professional purpose.

At Chhapaak Institute of Art and Design, we remain committed to empowering the next generation of creators, turning raw passion into professional mastery, and ensuring that our students' art commands the recognition it deserves on every national platform.

Congratulations once again to Roshan, Kanchan, Suraj, Digambar, and our entire Chapaak family for making this chapter unforgettable!