17/09/2026
The fervour of The DesignIndia Show 2026 is still fresh in our minds and hearts.
JALWA - design with presence, influence and undeniable impact brought together designers, creative practitioners and industry voices in Pune for a day filled with ideas, conversations, stories and plenty of energy.
From the spirit of the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland and the journey of the Rajasthan Kabir Yatra, to the evolution of DesignUp, Chennai Design Festival, Kyoorius and Designyatra, iconic classics that have shaped Indian design & Community, and the gripping story behind Operation Safed Sagar - the day brought together 15 sessions, each with its own story, perspective and inspiration.
We also celebrated the winners of India's Best Design Awards 2026, who brought their incredible work, infectious energy and big smiles to the stage.
Here’s a look back at the people, conversations, moments and memories that made what it was.
[The DesignIndia Show, India's Best Design Awards, Indi Design, Design Bharat Foundation, IBDA 2026]