Lotus part of G20 logo: PM Modi says "it is a symbol of hope amid tough times"

New Delhi, Nov 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the logo, theme and website of India’s G20 presidency in an online event and said that this is a moment of pride and a great opportunity for India. He also added that the logo, theme and website of India's G20 presidency reflect the country's “message and overarching priorities” to the world.

 

 

India will assume the presidency of the powerful G20 grouping from the current chair Indonesia on December 1. Remarking that the G-20 logo is not just any logo, PM Modi said that it is a message, a feeling that runs in India’s veins. He said, “It is a resolve that has been omnipresent in our thoughts through ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’. He further added that the thought of universal brotherhood is being reflected via the G-20 logo.

 

 

The G20 logo represents the planet earth atop a lotus, the national flower symbolising spirituality, wealth and knowledge and reflects growth amid tough times. The colours of the logo – saffron, green, white and blue – are derived from the national flag and the design draws on elements from entries received during a competition organised on the MyGov portal, which received more than 2,000 submissions.

 

The seven petals of the lotus in the logo signify the seven seas and the coming together of the seven continents for the G20 Summit to be hosted by India in New Delhi during September 9-10, 2023.

 

The logo also reflects India’s “pro-planet approach”, and the theme – “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” or “One Earth One Family One Future” – is drawn from the ancient Sanskrit text of the Maha Upanishad and affirms the value of all life, human, animal, plant and microorganisms, and their interconnectedness. The theme further spotlights the LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) concept that is based on environmentally sustainable and responsible choices.