The Prime Minister’s Office has released two commemorative postage stamps to mark twenty years of BRICS cooperation. The stamps were unveiled on 12 September 2026 during the 18th BRICS Summit held in New Delhi. They celebrate the bloc’s two decades of work from 2006 to 2026.
What the stamps show
Both stamps carry the text “BRICS: Two Decades of Cooperation, 2006–2026” in English and Hindi. The first stamp represents BRICS as a platform built on mutual respect, understanding and solidarity among member nations. The second stamp features India’s BRICS Chairship logo for 2026 and reflects the “humanity first” and “people-centric” approach that India has adopted for its leadership of the bloc.
The theme of India’s BRICS Chairship in 2026 is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.” Both stamps align with this priority framework.
What this means for you
Commemorative stamps like these are issued by the Indian postal system to mark significant national and international events. If you collect stamps or are a philately enthusiast, these stamps will likely become part of India Post’s catalogue and be available for purchase. They serve as a record of India’s role in international cooperation and its leadership of BRICS during 2026. The stamps also reflect India’s diplomatic messaging during this period, showing how the government chooses to represent the country’s global partnerships to the world.