United States Vice President JD Vance has arrived in India, bringing along his family to experience the nation's rich cultural heritage. Their aircraft touched down at Palam Airport in Delhi on Monday morning at 10 am, where they were warmly welcomed by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
JD Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, gracefully walked hand in hand from the plane. JD was dressed in a navy blue suit, while Usha sported a striking orange ensemble. Their children, dressed in traditional Indian attire, offered a glimpse of the cultural embrace underway.
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Their eldest son, Ivan, sported a light blue kurta with white pajamas. At seven years old, he confidently accompanied his family. Vivek, aged five, wore a bright yellow kurta, while their youngest daughter, Mirabel, charmed everyone with her pretty blue frock.
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Usha Vance, of Indian heritage hailing from Andhra Pradesh, was thrilled to visit her roots, while JD embraced his connection to his extended family by marriage.
Comprehensive security measures have been implemented for the Vice President's visit, accompanied by senior Defense and External Affairs Officials.
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Vance, along with his family, made a significant visit to the Akshardham Temple and explored a local handicraft market. Their stay, based in the prestigious ITC Maurya Sheraton Hotel in Delhi, forms just part of their broader cultural itinerary, which includes trips to Jaipur and Agra. In Agra, the family will marvel at the Taj Mahal and visit Shilpgram, showcasing India's exquisite handicrafts. The evening will see them returning to Jaipur.
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The following morning, on April 24th, their Indian journey will conclude as they depart for the United States at 6:40 AM.
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Evening Bilateral Talk with PM Modi
This evening, at 6:30 PM, Vice President JD Vance will engage in bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The discussion will host Indian ministers, including External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and other dignitaries. Post-discussion, PM Modi will host a dinner for the American delegation.
The Vance family will explore Jaipur further on Tuesday, visiting the historic Amer Fort among other landmarks. In the evening, JD Vance is set to address a gathering at the Rajasthan International Centre, attended by diplomats, policy experts, and government officials. The family will then proceed to Agra by Wednesday to witness the grandeur of the Taj Mahal, partaking in cultural discourse.
Visit Amidst Global Tariff Pressures
This pivotal visit by Vice President JD Vance comes amid global tariff challenges, heightened by US President Donald Trump's tariff repercussions. The imposed reciprocal tariffs on India, currently on a 90-day pause, have impacted trade relations.
