Born in Assam, India, Niko’s journey into sound began with classical piano training at four, later expanding into guitar, live sound engineering, and event production. While earning his BA in Business Economics from the University of Delhi (2019), he immersed himself in the independent music scene, working in stage management, artist coordination, live sound, merchandising, and festival operations. During this time, he also co-founded Meraki (2018), a rooftop music and arts initiative, and led media management for Arunodoi: Connecting Northeast, a youth conclave fostering cultural dialogue.

His passion for sound led him to pursue an MA in Audio Production from the University of Westminster (2022), where he focused on accessibility in live performance venues and audience engagement strategies. This experience strengthened his expertise in audio mixing, sound design, cultural programming, and production planning, deepening his understanding of the intersections between sound, arts policy, and creative industries research.