BRICS Summit 2026: Who Designed the Official Logo and What Does It Mean?

Source: ABP News | Original Published At: 2026-09-13 08:00:19 UTC

Key Points

• The second day of the 18th BRICS Summit is being held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with participation from leaders of several member countries.
• The official BRICS Summit 2026 logo was chosen through a public design competition and launched by India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on 13 January 2026.
• The logo was designed by Sudip Subhash Gandhi.
• The central lotus represents India's national flower and symbolizes resilience, prosperity, harmony, and the capacity to overcome challenges.
• The Namaste gesture placed within the lotus conveys respect, closeness, dialogue, and cooperation with the international community.
• The lotus petals use colors inspired by the national flags of BRICS member countries, representing cultural diversity and shared goals.
• The logo reflects India's BRICS presidency theme of strength, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability, framed around a people-centered vision.