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Business Standard
21-04-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
JD Vance in India: US VP to visit Akshardham, Taj Mahal; complete itinerary
US Vice-President JD Vance, who is travelling with his family including wife Usha Vance, began his four-day visit to India today. Before his arrival in India, hoardings welcoming JD Vance were put up near Palam Airport and in the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri in New Delhi. JD Vance's India itinerary: Key events April 21 -Arrival -Visit the Swaminarayan Akshardham temple -Dinner hosted by PM Modi April 22 Visit to Jaipur April 23 Visit to Agra April 24 Departure Here is an outline of his schedule during this first official visit to India: JD Vance lands at Palam Airbase - The US Vice President, his wife Usha, and three children – Ewan, Vivek and Mirabel – landed at the Palam Airbase at around 9:30 am on Monday. He was formally received by Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at 10:00 am. The US Vice President and his family are set to stay in the ITC Maurya Sheraton hotel. - Shortly after arriving in Delhi, Vance and his family are scheduled to visit the Swaminarayan Akshardham temple and also likely to visit a shopping complex selling traditional Indian handcrafted items. - Vance will engage in a formal meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 6:30 pm on Monday at the Prime Minister's official residence located at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. The discussions are likely to centre around finalising the proposed India-US bilateral trade agreement and enhancing overall relations between the two countries. The Indian delegation led by PM Modi is likely to include External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, and Indian Ambassador to the United States Vinay Mohan Kwatra. - Following these discussions, PM Modi will host a dinner for the Vances and the accompanying American officials. Visit to Jaipur - After his meeting with PM Modi, US Vice President Vance will travel to Jaipur on Tuesday. Vance is expected to be accompanied by at least five senior officials, including from the Pentagon and the State Department. On April 22, the Vances will tour several historical sites, including the UNESCO world heritage site Amer Fort (also known as Amber Fort). In the afternoon, the US vice president is scheduled to give an address at the Rajasthan International Centre in Jaipur on the broader aspects of India-US relations under the Donald Trump administration. Visit to Agra - The US Vice President and his family are scheduled to travel to Agra on the morning of April 23. In Agra, they will visit the Taj Mahal and Shilpgram, an open-air emporium displaying various Indian artefacts. Departure to US - After completing their Agra visit, the Vances will return to Jaipur during the second half of April 23. Vance and his family will depart for the US from Jaipur on April 24. His India trip will conclude on Thursday, April 24, when he departs the country at 6.40 am. 'This is an official visit. He will be meeting the Prime Minister. And with the United States of America, we have a Comprehensive Strategic Global Partnership. So, when you have that level of partnership with any country, obviously you will discuss all relevant issues,' the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, had said in a media briefing on Thursday, April 17.
Hindustan Times
21-04-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
ITC Maurya Sheraton, Rambagh Palace: Inside hotels hosting JD Vance in Delhi, Jaipur
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in India on Monday for a four-day visit, set against the backdrop of ongoing discussions between the two nations on a bilateral trade agreement. The talks aim to address key issues such as tariffs and market access. JD Vance is joined by his Indian-origin wife, Usha Chilukuri, their three children — Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel — as well as a delegation of senior US officials. Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw received the US Vice President and Second Lady at Delhi's Palam Air Base. Later in the evening, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host a dinner for the visiting dignitaries following comprehensive talks. The Indian delegation, led by Modi, will include external affairs minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, foreign secretary Vikram Misri, and India's ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra. In Delhi, JD Vance and his family are staying at the ITC Maurya Sheraton hotel, according to PTI. Their India tour also includes visits to Jaipur in Rajasthan and Agra in Uttar Pradesh. Situated on Delhi's Sardar Patel Marg, ITC Maurya Sheraton Hotel often hosts visiting heads of state and global icons. The hotel houses 411 rooms and 26 suites along with award-winning restaurants, Bukhara, Dum Pukht and Avartana. On Monday night, the Vance family is expected to arrive at Jaipur International Airport, where they will be welcomed by Rajasthan chief minister Bhajanlal Sharma and governor Haribhau Kisanrao Bagade. They will be staying at the Rambagh Palace during their time in the city. Built in 1835, Rambagh Palace, which is operated by Taj Hotels, is the former residence of Maharaja of Jaipur and once served as a royal guesthouse and hunting lodge. The Rambagh Palace houses many renowned restaurants, among which one is the Suvarna Mahal, in the 18th-century-styled palace ballroom of the accommodation. On Tuesday, April 22, the family will explore several heritage sites in Jaipur, including the Amer Fort (also known as Amber Fort), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, Vice President Vance is scheduled to speak at the Rajasthan International Centre. The following morning, April 23, the Vances will travel to Agra to visit the Taj Mahal and Shilpgram, an open-air crafts emporium showcasing Indian art and handicrafts. Later that day, they are expected to return to Jaipur. The Vice President and his family will conclude their India visit and depart for the United States from Jaipur on April 24, according to sources familiar with the itinerary, as quoted by PTI. (With PTI inputs)
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Business Standard
21-04-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Watch: JD Vance, wife Usha arrive in Delhi, received by Ashwini Vaishnaw
US Vice President JD Vance landed in Delhi on Monday for his first official visit to India, a four-day trip aimed at strengthening strategic and economic ties between the two countries. His visit comes as both sides rush to finalise a trade deal amid rising global tariff tensions. Vance was accompanied by his wife, Usha Vance, and their three children — Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel. While Ewan and Vivek were wearing traditional kurta pyjamas, Mirabel was wearing a lehenga. The Vance family is set to explore various cultural sites during their stay. Ashwini Vaishnaw. Meanwhile, security across the national capital has been heightened ahead of the official meetings and public engagements planned throughout the week. ALSO READ | JD Vance in Delhi: Traffic advisory issued for today; check routes to avoid JD Vance to meet PM Modi Trump's second-in-command will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday evening. Their discussions will primarily focus on finalising a bilateral trade agreement and expanding cooperation in strategic and economic areas, especially against the backdrop of intensifying trade tensions between Washington and Beijing. Beyond diplomacy, the Vance family plans to explore Indian culture firsthand. The Vice President will visit the Swaminarayan Akshardham temple and a local handicrafts market in Delhi. They will be staying at the ITC Maurya Sheraton during their time in the capital. On Tuesday, April 22, the Vance family will travel to Jaipur, where they will visit Amer Fort and other cultural landmarks. Later that day, Vance will address a gathering at the Rajasthan International Centre, speaking to an audience of diplomats, policy experts, and government officials. His speech will highlight the future trajectory of India-US relations under the Trump administration. On Wednesday, April 23, the Vance family will head to Agra to visit the Taj Mahal and Shilpgram, an open-air emporium showcasing traditional Indian arts and crafts, before returning to Jaipur later that evening. (With agency inputs)
