On the occasion of World Hindi Day, the Consulate General of India in Seattle, in collaboration with Mahila Kavya Manch (MKM), Seattle, organized a special “Kavi Sammelan” (poetry recital) on January 10, 2026, at the multipurpose hall of the Consulate premises in Seattle.

According to the Consulate, the collaboration aimed to further strengthen awareness and appreciation of the Hindi language and India’s rich cultural heritage in the Pacific Northwest region.

The program began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by Consul General Prakash Gupta and the chief guest, P. P. Chaudhary, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) and Chairperson of the Joint Parliamentary Committee on “One Nation, One Election,” followed by a rendition of Saraswati Vandana.

Eminent poets from the community then participated in the Hindi poetry recitation, presenting compositions on a wide range of themes. A total of fifteen poets recited poems touching on Hindi literature, society, culture, India–US relations, and contemporary inspirational topics, the Consulate stated.

A cultural exhibition was also organized at the Consulate premises, showcasing art and handicrafts from various Indian states under the One District–One Product (ODOP) initiative. The program drew a large gathering of Hindi enthusiasts from the Indian diaspora, local dignitaries, and members of the Indian-origin community.

Principals and teachers from Ardmore Elementary School in Bellevue, Washington, also attended the event. The Bellevue School District has introduced a Hindi Heritage Language Program at Ardmore Elementary School, offering students an opportunity to learn the Hindi language and engage with Indian culture.

“This is the first elementary school in the State of Washington where such a Hindi language program has been formally introduced, marking a significant initiative towards promoting linguistic diversity, cultural inclusion, and multilingual education in the region,” the Consulate added.

In the concluding session, Consul General Gupta spoke about the global significance of the Hindi language and acknowledged the contributions of the participating poets, who were also felicitated during the program.

The Consulate General of India in Seattle reiterated its commitment to promoting the Hindi language and strengthening cultural and linguistic ties with the Indian-American community.

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