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International 15 September 2026 · Event date: 14 September 2026

Shri Manohar Lal celebrates Hindi Diwas with Indian community in Houston

Shri Manohar Lal celebrates Hindi Diwas with Indian community in Houston
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Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal celebrated Hindi Diwas with the Indian community in Houston during his visit for the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting. His engagements on September 13, 2026, included planting a tree under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, visiting NASA's Johnson Space Center, and attending a public reception with the Indian diaspora at India House.

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In Simple Words

Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal visited Houston, USA, to attend the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting and participated in several cultural and official events on September 13, 2026. He celebrated Hindi Diwas with the Indian diaspora, planted a tree under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, and launched Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 at the Consulate.

He also toured NASA's Johnson Space Center to discuss India-US space collaboration and attended a public reception hosted by the Indian community at India House. Over the next three days, he is scheduled to participate in the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting.

Key Points

  • Shri Manohar Lal is the Union Minister for Power and Housing Urban Affairs.
  • He visited Houston, USA, to participate in the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting.
  • He attended a Hindi Diwas 2026 event organised by the Consulate General of India and the International Hindi Association.
  • He planted a tree under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, marking the start of Swachhata Hi Seva 2026.
  • He visited NASA's Johnson Space Center to discuss India-US space cooperation.
  • He attended a public reception at India House, Houston, organised by the Indian diaspora.
  • Consul General Shri D.C. Manjunath welcomed the Minister in Houston.
  • The Minister will participate in the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting from September 14-16, 2026.

Exam Angle

Minister
Shri Manohar Lal
Ministry
Ministry of Power and Housing Urban Affairs
Event
G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting
Location
Houston, USA

A. The planting of a tree under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative.

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