The India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM 2026) on Wednesday unveiled its official logo, highlighting the theme of “citizens as the foundation of any democracy.”
The logo launch comes ahead of the three-day international conference scheduled to be held at Bharat Mandapam from January 21.
The international conference is being organised by the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) under the auspices of the Election Commission of India (ECI).
Addressing a press conference earlier in the day, IIIDEM Director General Rakesh Verma said the theme of the conference is “Democracy for an inclusive, peaceful, resilient and sustainable world.”
He said the conference will serve as a platform for cooperation among election management bodies, enabling them to develop a shared vision on global challenges and exchange best practices and innovations in election management.
The logo features stylised human forms resembling protective hands, symbolising citizens as the foundation of democracy and the collective responsibility to safeguard democratic values.
“The IICDEM-2026 logo has been designed as the official visual identity of the India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management, reflecting the core values of democracy, participation, institutional integrity, and international cooperation,” an official statement said.
“At the centre of the composition is the globe, representing the global nature of the conference and shared learning among nations. India is prominently positioned at the centre, highlighting its role as the host nation, the world’s largest democracy, and a key contributor to global best practices in election management,” it added.
The open form of the globe at the top signifies openness and a welcoming outlook, reflecting the continuous evolution of democracy through dialogue, innovation, and shared learning.
The colour palette of the logo is derived from the approved IIIDEM identity. Deep Sea Blue and Apple Juice have been selected as the primary colours, representing institutional credibility, transparency, citizen participation, and inclusivity.
Overall, the IICDEM-2026 logo conveys a clear message that democracy is people-driven, institutionally supported, and globally interconnected, with India playing a constructive and responsible role at its core.
–IANS
