Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that India is approaching its BRICS chairship with a humanity and a people-centric approach, which will seek to bring together the collective potential of member countries for greater global welfare.
Speaking at the launch of the BRICS India 2026 website, logo and theme on January 13, Jaishankar noted that BRICS, over the years, has expanded its agenda and membership, responding to changing global realities while remaining focused on people-centric development, fostering dialogue, and promoting practical cooperation.
Extending Makar Sankranti, Lohri, Magh Bihu and Pongal greetings, the EAM said, “Just as these festivals symbolise hope, renewal, and goodwill, India’s BRICS chairship will seek to bring together the collective potential of BRICS countries for greater global welfare. When India prepares to assume the BRICS chairship in 2026, we do so at an important moment in the grouping’s journey.”
In 2026, he said that BRICS will complete 20 years since its inception, during which it has steadily evolved into a “significant platform for cooperation among emerging markets and developing economies”. “The current global environment presents complex and interconnected challenges, geopolitical uncertainties, complicated economic landscapes, climate-related risks, technological changes, and persistent development gaps continuing to affect countries across regions,” he added.
Highlighting India’s approach for its BRICS chairship, he said, “In this context, BRICS remains an important forum that encourages dialogue and cooperation and practical responses taking into account national priorities at different stages of development. India approaches its chairship with a humanity-first and a people-centric approach inspired by the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.”
He stated that India’s chairship theme ‘Building Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, and Sustainability’ showcases India’s belief that cooperation among BRICS members can help address shared challenges in a balanced and inclusive manner. He mentioned that the theme demonstrates the importance of strengthening capacities, promoting innovation, and ensuring sustainable development for the greater good of all.
Speaking about the logo of India’s BRICS chairship, he said, “The logo reflects this approach. It combines elements of tradition and modernity, and its petals incorporate the colours of all BRICS member countries, representing unity, diversity, and a strong sense of shared purpose. The logo conveys the idea that BRICS draws strength from the collective contributions of its members while respecting their distinct identities.
