Union Power Minister Manohar Lal to Lead Indian Delegation at G20 Energy Meeting in Houston

Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Manohar Lal is set to participate in the upcoming G20 Energy Ministerial Meeting in Houston, Texas, scheduled from September 14 to 16, 2026. According to an official press release issued by the Ministry of Power, the high-level meeting is being organized under the United States' G20 Presidency to gather energy ministers and international delegates to address pressing issues surrounding global energy systems and supply chain resilience. The deliberations during the three-day summit will focus on three key thematic pillars: "Energy Security and Affordable Baseload," "Permitting and Regulatory Efficiency," and "Critical Minerals and Resilient Supply Chains." During the ministerial sessions, Minister Manohar Lal will highlight India's strategic roadmap for expanding its energy infrastructure while balancing security, sustainability, and economic growth. He will showcase India's progress in institutional reforms that have streamlined regulatory permissions for clean energy projects. India will also advocate for inclusive and technology-neutral approaches that cater to the distinct economic realities of developing nations. By sharing national experiences in critical mineral value chains and grid modernization, the Indian delegation aims to contribute to global policy frameworks that promote affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy transition solutions worldwide.