The India International Conference on Democracy & Election Management (IICDEM 2026) unveiled its official logo on Wednesday, ahead of the three-day conference scheduled at Bharat Mandapam from January 21. The launch underscores the theme of placing citizens at the center of democratic governance and highlights India’s role in shaping global election practices.
The conference, organized by the IIIDEM under the Election Commission of India (ECI), will focus on “Democracy for an inclusive, peaceful, resilient and sustainable world,” according to IICDEM Director General Rakesh Verma. The platform aims to facilitate cooperation among election management bodies worldwide, promote the exchange of best practices, and address common challenges in electoral systems.
The logo itself features stylized human forms resembling protective hands, symbolizing citizens as the foundation of democracy. The imagery communicates the collective responsibility to safeguard democratic values and emphasizes active citizen participation as central to governance.
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“At the core of the design is a globe, reflecting the global scope of the conference and international knowledge exchange,” said an official statement. “India is positioned at the center, highlighting its role as the host nation and the world’s largest democracy, contributing to election management innovations and shared learning.”
The color palette draws from the approved IIIDEM identity, using Deep Sea Blue and Apple Juice as primary colors to represent institutional credibility, transparency, citizen engagement, and inclusivity. The open form of the globe at the top signifies openness, dialogue, and the evolving nature of democracy worldwide.
Overall, the IICDEM 2026 logo communicates a clear message: democracy is people-driven, institutionally supported, and globally interconnected. With India at its core, the conference aims to strengthen democratic practices, foster international collaboration, and highlight citizen empowerment as the cornerstone of governance.
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