​DESIGN IS BETTER WHEN PEOPLE TALK!

​No gatekeeping. Open conversations. About work. About the industry. About how things could be better.

​Join us for this informal gathering of curious minds to explore design and politics, the impact of cross-industry collaboration — a space to meet, exchange, and spark new conversations. The Irregular Afters, hosted by the Irregulars Alliance.

​ABOUT US

​As a studio working at the intersection of design, art, cultural production and representation, we exist to spark conversations, collaborations, and cultures that move ideas forward. ​

​ABOUT THE SESSION

​This session, we are excited to invite Parakram Kakkar, Abhinandita Mathur and Aarman Roy for an evening gathering that combines a short three-part talk with plenty of time for informal introductions and conversations.

​The evening explores 3 key topics:

​Part 1: Designing Power — The Politics of Perception with Parakram Kakkar

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What wins elections today? Neta ke promises? Speeches? Insta reels? It’s the whole packaging. And, yes, that includes the font, the colour, the slogan, the vibe.
Politics has quietly borrowed the entire playbook of branding, and most of us don’t even notice it happening. This is a slightly irreverent look at how political power is designed, how leaders are turned into symbols, campaigns into identities, and voters into audiences. Why does one face feel trustworthy and another forgettable? Why does one slogan stick while another dies? Parakram has been inside the electoral machine, working on campaigns, shaping narratives, and seeing up close how perception often outruns reality. In this session, he'll unpack the design choices, storytelling tricks, and strategic illusions that can make or break an election.

​Part 2: Political Image & Persona Design with Abhinandita Mathur

An analytical exploration of political design and how personas are constructed, what cuts through in a saturated image landscape, and how context shapes perception. With a focus on women in politics, the talk examines the visual constraints and expectations that shape how women are seen, read, and legitimised in public life, and the strategies used to navigate them.

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Part 3: Culture, Media & Political Imagination with Aarman Roy

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What happens when design doesn’t just communicate politics—but shapes how we engage with it? From his work on Akademi Mag and collaborating with political and cultural organisations, Aarman Roy’s practice looks at how design can build new audiences—especially amongst the youth—and create interest in political discourse. In this session, he dives deeper on his practice across design, media, and culture, and how it informs his approach to political storytelling.

​WHAT TO EXPECT

• ​​Arrival (5:00 PM - 5:20 PM): Settle in and connect with fellow attendees

• ​​Three-Part Talk with Guest Speakers (5:20 AM - 7:00 PM)

• ​​Open Networking (7:00 PM - 7:30 PM): Conversations with fellow designers, studios, educators, publishers, and everyone interested in design, politics, and everything in between.

​MORE ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS

​PARAKRAM KAKKAR
Former member of I-PAC who has worked on election campaigns across India. He brings an insider’s perspective on how politics is communicated — and designed.

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​ABHINANDITA MATHUR
With a background in photography and visual arts, Abhinandita was a cultural advisor to the Delhi government. She now teaches public and community art and focuses on political work and law.

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​AARMAN ROY
Award-winning visual designer and co founder of Akademi Mag. He represents a new generation of designers whose work sits at the intersection of culture, tech, and understanding political narrative.

​FEE & PAYMENT

​INR 500/ + taxes

​Your ticket includes: Entry to the event at TDV + Three-part talk with guest speakers

​Please note: ​Once you RSVP, you will immediately receive an email with a Razorpay payment link for ₹500 + tax. Please complete payment within 24 hours to secure your spot. You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of completing your payment.

​WAITLIST & RSVP

​Once you RSVP, you'll receive a payment link via email. Please complete payment within 24 hours—failure to pay on time means your slot will be released to the waitlist. Your attendance will be confirmed via email within 24 hours of payment.

​VENUE

​The Design Village (TDV)
C-29 & 75, Sector 8,
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Nearest Landmark: Opposite Sector 15 Metro Station/Near Noida Cricket Stadium
Location: https://share.google/DYHaT4D7qAHc6IrW3

Saturday, April 11, 2026
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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