Shri Manohar Lal, Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, held discussions with members of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) and leading business representatives in New Delhi. The meeting underscored the continued confidence of the global investor community in India’s economic and developmental trajectory.
India’s Progress and Vision for Inclusive Growth
During the interaction, the Minister outlined the Government of India’s ambitious national missions spanning energy transition, urban infrastructure, housing, and digital expansion. He highlighted flagship initiatives such as the PM-AWAS Yojana and efforts to enhance India’s digital and power infrastructure to support long-term sustainable growth.
Shri Manohar Lal emphasized that innovation, investment, and inclusivity are driving India’s progress in the power, housing, and urban development sectors. He expressed appreciation for the positive response from USISPF members and international business leaders, reiterating that India remains a trusted destination for global investors.
Commitment to Shared Global Growth
Drawing inspiration from the Indian philosophy of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (the world is one family), the Minister highlighted India’s commitment to shared growth, shared responsibility, and a shared future. He reaffirmed that India seeks to collaborate globally on advancing sustainable and equitable development.
Key Areas of Discussion
The discussions between the Indian delegation and USISPF members covered several strategic topics, including:
- Affordability and scalability of green hydrogen technologies
- Collaboration in the power transmission sector between India and the United States
- Opportunities for export of solar modules from India
- Investment by US companies in advanced energy storage solutions
- Ensuring reliable and quality power supply to upcoming data centers in India
Delegation and Industry Participation
The visiting USISPF delegation included key global industry leaders and executives:
| Name | Designation | Organization |
|---|---|---|
| Shri John Chambers | Founder & CEO | JC2 Ventures; Chairman, USISPF |
| Dr. Mukesh Aghi | President & CEO | USISPF |
| Shri Prabhakar Raghavan | Chief Technologist | |
| Shri Jack P. Williams | Senior Vice-President | Exxon Mobil |
| Shri Vikram Kapur | Group President | ReNew |
Strengthening India–US Energy Partnership
Both sides acknowledged the expanding momentum in India–US energy cooperation, a reflection of decades-long diplomatic and economic collaboration. The dialogue reaffirmed the shared commitment to sustainable development, clean energy innovation, and global energy security.
The meeting concluded on an optimistic note, with participants expressing confidence that continued collaboration will drive further innovation, strengthen bilateral relations, and support global climate and energy goals.