As part of #SwachhataHiSeva2026, the Consulate General of India, Houston organized a cleanliness drive, reaffirming the message of collective responsibility towards a cleaner and greener environment. Consul General D.C. Manjunath and Consulate officials participated in Shramdaan, cleaning areas inside and around the Consulate premises and promoting this year’s theme, “Swachhata Mein Sahbhag; Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat.” #SevaPakhwada #SwachhataHiSeva #SwachhBharat #CleanlinessIsService #SewaPakhwada2026 #SevaSankalpMahotsav #ViksitBharat #SHS2026 #CGIHouston #SHS2026 @MEAIndia @PMOIndia @dcmanjunath @MIB_India @PIB_India @mygovindia @YASMinistry @prasarbharati @DDNational @AkashvaniAIR

Foreign Secretary @VikramMisri met U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs @UnderSecE Jacob Helberg in New York. Both sides agreed to further advance India-U.S. cooperation in critical and emerging technologies, including through the Pax Silica initiative, and strengthen supply-chain resilience through cooperation in semiconductors and critical minerals.

Foreign Secretary @VikramMisri had a productive meeting with @UnderSecStateP Allison Hooker in New York. They discussed developments across the broad spectrum of India-US bilateral cooperation, including energy security and the recently enacted SRIA, civil nuclear cooperation, TRUST and the Indian Ocean Strategic Venture initiative.

Glimpses of the Viksit Bharat Run 2026 in Houston! The Run brought together participants from across the Houston community in a vibrant celebration of fitness, unity, community spirit and the shared vision of Viksit Bharat @2047. Watch the full video on YouTube: piped.video/Aj5RbyCSD3E?si=fgVc… #ViksitBharatRun2026 #ViksitBharat #ViksitBharat2047 #IndianDiaspora #CGIHouston @PMOIndia @narendramodi @MEAIndia @YASMinistry @MYBharatHQ @IndianDiplomacy @IndianEmbassyUS @DrSJaishankar @diaspora_india @PIB_India @MIB_India @DDNewslive @airnewsalerts @prasarbharati @dcmanjunath @DDNewsHindi @AkashvaniAIR

Great to meet Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs @UnderSecE Jacob Helberg in New York. Agreed to advance India–U.S. cooperation in critical and emerging technologies, including through Pax Silica and strengthen cooperation in semiconductors and critical minerals.

As part of its Student Outreach initiative, @cgihou hosted a virtual interaction with student leaders from Indian Students Associations across universities in its five-state jurisdiction on September 21, 2026. Consul General D.C. Manjunath emphasized the importance of strengthening the connect with Indian students, maintaining regular communication with student associations, and working together to address issues related to student welfare, safety and consular support. The interactive session also provided an opportunity for student leaders to share their initiatives, concerns and suggestions. #CGIHouston #StudentOutreach #IndianStudents #IndiaInUSA #StudentCommunity

Protecting biodiversity for a healthier planet. On #WorldRhinoDay, let us celebrate the magnificent rhinoceros 🦏 and reaffirm our commitment to protecting these iconic guardians of our grasslands and forests. @incredibleindia @moefcc @MEAIndia

Consulate General of India, Houston, in collaboration with the Assamese Cultural Society of Greater Houston (ACSGH), invites you to a special screening of “Bhupenda Uncut,” an Assamese documentary celebrating the life and legacy of legendary singer, poet and author Dr. Bhupen Hazarika. Join us on Saturday, October 3, from 1:30–3:30 PM at the Consulate General of India, Houston, for a tribute to the timeless voice and remarkable cultural legacy of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika. #BhupenHazarika #Assam #IndianCulture #IndianDiaspora #CGIHouston

Consul General D.C. Manjunath met with Mr. Amit Verma, Country Head, U.S. Operations, State Bank of India, New York, and Mr. Prakash Paranthaman, CEO, SBI California. They discussed opportunities for strengthening financial cooperation with U.S. institutions, SBI’s services in the United States, and its role in supporting growing economic and business ties between India and the U.S. #StateBankOfIndia #IndiaUS #FinancialCooperation #EconomicPartnership #CGIHouston

Consulate General of India, Houston welcomes I.I.M.U.N. USA Leadership Tour Delegation 🇮🇳 @CGIHOU was pleased to receive a delegation of 15 exceptional school and college students participating in the 2nd edition of I.I.M.U.N.’s USA Leadership Tour 2026. Consul General Mr. D. C. Manjunath, along with Consul Prashant Sona, engaged in a refreshing and insightful interaction with the young leaders. The session included a presentation, a student moderated fireside chat followed by an interactive Q&A, offering the delegation a first hand understanding of diplomacy, governance, and India’s growing global engagement. The Consul General appreciated the initiative of I.I.M.U.N. in nurturing informed, confident, and globally aware youth. He encouraged the students to continue pursuing excellence and meaningful leadership, and wished them the very best for their ongoing tour across the United States and for all their future endeavours. The Consulate reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that strengthen youth leadership and promote India’s rich knowledge systems — including Ayurveda, Yoga, and other universal components of India’s civilizational heritage — across academic, community, and global platforms. Looking forward to continued collaboration to inspire and empower the future leaders of India. #IIMUN #LeadershipTour2026 #IndiaInHouston #YouthLeadership #FutureLeaders #CulturalDiplomacy #IndianKnowledgeSystems #ViksitBharat2047

Viksit Bharat Run 2026, organized by the Consulate General of India in Houston, in partnership with Indo American diaspora organizations, brought together 800+ participants on 20 September 2026 at John Paul Landing Park, Cypress, Texas. The second annual edition of the Run transformed the morning into a powerful celebration of unity, service, and shared community spirit. In his address, Consul General D. C. Manjunath underscored that the Run symbolizes the collective strength of the Indo American community. He highlighted how families, youth, seniors, cultural groups, and volunteers came together with remarkable enthusiasm, reflecting a community deeply committed to service, sustainability, and India’s vision of becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047. This year’s Run carried special significance as the United States celebrates 250 years of Independence and India marks 80th anniversary of Independence. These historic milestones highlight the shared democratic values that unite the world’s two largest democracies — freedom, civic responsibility, respect for diversity, and active community participation. The Run became a tribute to this enduring friendship, reaffirming the shared commitment to progress, partnership, and democratic ideals. The Consulate expressed deep appreciation to all Indian diaspora organizations whose support made the event possible. As the Run concluded, the community carried forward a renewed sense of pride and unity — running not just for fitness, but for friendship, service, and the shared vision of a Viksit Bharat. #ViksitBharatRun2026 #ViksitBharat2047 #Run4India #SevaPakhwada #IndiaUSA25080 #IndoUSFriendship #CGIHouston #FitIndia #LiFE #MYBharat @narendramodi @IndianDiplomacy @MEAIndia @PMOIndia @tourismgoi @YASMinistry @mygovindia @DrSJaishankar @diaspora_india @dcmanjunath @IndianEmbassyUS @DDNewslive @DDNewsHindi @AkashvaniAIR @airnewsalerts @prasarbharati @PIB_India @MYBharatHQ

🌿 Celebrating the 11th Ayurveda Day – “Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow” 🌿 The Consulate, together with the Ministry of Ayush, AAAP, NAMA, TAPAS, ISKCON Houston, and other diaspora organizations marked the 11th Ayurveda Day with a vibrant community celebration on 19 September 2026. The program featured two focused panel discussions. The first panel, “Ayurveda for Community Wellbeing & Sustainable Living,” moderated by Mr. Sonal Gupta, brought together Vd. Sushma Jakkula, Vd. Anand Yadav, Vd. Dhanada Kulkarni, and Vd. Anu PK, who shared insights on lifestyle harmony, preventive care, and sustainable living through Ayurveda. The second panel, “Integrating Ayurveda into Modern Healthcare for Better Health Outcomes,” moderated by Vd. Deepa Bhat, featured Dr. Rajashree Nambron, Dr. Suparna Chhiber, Vd. Meenakshi Gupta, and Vd. Sonal Gupta, highlighting collaborative approaches between Ayurveda and modern medicine. An engaging interactive session led by Vd. Rajesh and Vd. Goral encouraged audience participation through an Ayurveda quiz and Q&A. Community members also benefited from personalized consultations and Prakriti analysis offered by leading practitioners including Vd. Anand Yadav, Dr. Sonal Gupta, Vd. Lakshmi Maliakkal, Vd. Meenakshi Gupta, Vd. Anu PK, Dr. Usha Devi, Vd. Dhanada Kulkarni, and Vd. Deepa Bhat. A special address by Hanumat Presaka Swami added a profound spiritual dimension, connecting Ayurveda’s principles with holistic wellbeing. In his remarks, the Consul General reaffirmed the Consulate’s commitment to promoting and propagating Ayurveda, Yoga, and India’s universal knowledge systems across the United States, and thanked all partner organizations, experts, and volunteers for their enthusiastic participation #AyurvedaDay2026 #AyurvedaForAHealthierTomorrow #Ayush #IndianKnowledgeSystems #HolisticHealth #CommunityEngagement #CulturalDiplomacy #OneHealthOneFuture #ViksitBharat

Consul General D.C. Manjunath addressed the BAPS Charities Healthcare Professionals Regional Conference in Houston, which brought together healthcare professionals, industry leaders and experts to exchange ideas on advancing healthcare and patient well-being. In his remarks, CG emphasized the importance of accessible and compassionate healthcare, preventive care and holistic well-being, and appreciated BAPS Charities for bringing the healthcare community together through this initiative. @BapsHouston #Healthcare #BAPSCharities #Houston #CommunityHealth #CGIHouston

An inspiring early start to #SwachhataHiSeva2026 at the Consulate! Hon’ble Union Minister of Power & Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal Ji, @mlkhattar, planted a sapling under the #EkPedMaaKeNaam initiative during his visit to Houston on Sunday, 13 September 2026—setting the tone for environmental responsibility and collective action. The campaign was formally launched on 17 September 2026, with Consul General Shri D. C. Manjunath administering the “Swachhata Pledge” to Consulate officials. #SwachhataMeinSahbhag #SwachhBharatViksitBharat #SHSCampaign

Answering Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi’s clarion call for a Swachch Bharat, launched the Swachchta Hi Seva campaign with the @MEAIndia family today by taking the Swachchta pledge, planting saplings for Ek Ped Maa ke Naam, and shramdaan for clean and tidy environs.

There cannot be one energy path for all." — Union Minister @mlkhattar advocates for a practical, tech-neutral energy transition at the G20 Ministerial in Houston. Read full coverage via @PTI_News: money.rediff.com/news/market… @MinOfPower @MoHUA_India @cgihou @MEAIndia @G20Energy

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Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Foreign Secretary @VikramMisri launched the campaign at MEA Headquarters today, administering the Swachhata Pledge to MEA officials. As part of the campaign, he planted saplings under ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ and led MEA officials in #Shramdaan for a cleanliness drive. #SwachhataHiSeva #SHS2026