US Vice President JD Vance Receives Guard of Honour During First Official Visit to India

In a significant diplomatic development, United States Vice President JD Vance began his first official visit to India on April 21, 2025, with a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Palam Airport, New Delhi. Accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance and their children, he was warmly welcomed by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The four-day visit aims to deepen strategic cooperation across key areas like trade, defence, and economic partnership. Scheduled high-level meetings, including one with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, underline the growing momentum in India-US bilateral ties.

Highlights of JD Vance’s Visit to India

Arrival in India

• Date: April 21, 2025
• Location: Palam Airport, New Delhi
• Honours: Received Guard of Honour on arrival
• Received by: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Accompanied By

• Second Lady Usha Vance
• Vance’s children

Ceremonial Welcome

• Hoardings and welcome arrangements near Palam Airport
• Marked the beginning of his first official India visit

High-Level Meetings and Agendas

• Meeting with Indian PM Narendra Modi:
• Date & Time: April 21, 2025, at 6:30 PM
• Venue: PM’s official residence, 7, Lok Kalyan Marg

Expected Discussions

• Strengthening economic and trade relations
• Enhancing defence cooperation
• Exploring bilateral strategic issues
• Potential discussions on a bilateral trade agreement

Cultural and Heritage Visits

• Jaipur Visit: Scheduled for Tuesday, April 22
• Agra Visit: Scheduled for Wednesday, April 23