India has unveiled the official logo, theme, and website for its BRICS 2026 chairship, marking the start of its leadership of the five-nation forum. The launch event took place in New Delhi on January 13, with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar presiding.
The logo features a lotus, India’s national flower, at its center, symbolizing growth, harmony, and cultural heritage. The Namaste gesture at the heart of the design represents respect and collaboration among BRICS members. The petals incorporate the colors of all member nations, reflecting unity in diversity.
Accompanying the logo is the theme: “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.” This embodies a people-centric, humanity-first approach, emphasizing inclusive development, innovation, and global cooperation as key priorities for India’s chairship.
The official BRICS India 2026 website has also been launched as a central platform for information on meetings, initiatives, and events under India’s leadership. It aims to provide transparency, accessibility, and engagement for both stakeholders and the public.
Speaking at the launch, Minister Jaishankar highlighted India’s goal of leveraging its presidency to strengthen collaboration among emerging and developing economies. He stressed that BRICS, now approaching its 20th anniversary in 2026, remains a vital forum for addressing global challenges in trade, technology, climate action, and sustainable development.
The logo and theme combine India’s cultural symbols with modern messaging, signaling a forward-looking vision that balances tradition with global priorities. According to officials, the lotus design and Namaste gesture reflect India’s intent to promote dialogue, cooperation, and shared progress across the BRICS nations.
The launch sets the tone for India’s year-long leadership, projecting a resilient, innovative, and people-first BRICS, while reinforcing the forum’s role in fostering sustainable and inclusive global development.
