US Vice President JD Vance will arrive India on Monday, April 21 for his first ever official visit to the country, along with his Indian-origin wife Usha Chilukuri Vance and their three children.
JD Vance’s official visit to India comes amid the 90-day-tariff pause window. Vance and his family will be in India for four days.
The US Vice President will be accompanied by at least five senior US officials, including representatives from the Pentagon and the State Department, stated reports.
Here’s the complete itinerary of the US Vice President’s visit:
JD Vance India visit: Date, time
The Ministry of External Affairs stated that JD Vance and his family will be received at the Air Force Station, Palam, at 10:00 am on Monday, April 21.
Where will JD Vance stay in Delhi?
The Vance family will be staying at the ITC Maurya Sheraton hotel in Delhi, mentioned a report by TOI.
Shortly after landing in Delhi, Vance and his family are expected to visit the Swaminarayan Akshardham temple and a market selling traditional Indian crafts, stated reports.
Why JD Vance is visiting India?
Vance is set to visit India for bilateral talks on economic, trade and geopolitical ties. India and the US are working towards a bilateral trade agreement with the goal of increasing bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030.
What JD Vance will discuss in India?
JD Vance and PM Modi’s discussions are expected to cover topics like energy diversification, with the US offering support for India’s energy sourcing through investments in nuclear technology, as per multiple reports.
In a statement, the White House shared: “The VP will discuss shared economic and geopolitical priorities with leaders in each country.”
What JD Vance’s visit means for India?
The discussions between JD Vance and PM Modi are expected to pave the way for deeper cooperation in various sectors, including defense, technology, and trade, reported the AP.
