United States Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance arrived at Palam Airport, where Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw welcomed them. Vice President JD Vance landed with his family; children wore traditional kurtas to celebrate the visit. U.S. Vice President JD Vance tried to make a cheerful and personal start to the four-day visit India.
Children Embrace Indian Tradition
In a heartwarming gesture, Vance’s children—Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel—wore traditional Indian kurtas as they stepped off Air Force Two at Palam Air Force Station. Their attire reflected the family’s appreciation for Indian culture and added a special touch to their arrival.
#WATCH | Delhi: Vice President of the United States, JD Vance, Second Lady Usha Vance, along with their children, at Palam airport.
Vice President JD Vance is on his first official visit to India and will meet PM Modi later today. pic.twitter.com/LBDQES2mz1
— ANI (@ANI) April 21, 2025
#WATCH | Delhi: Vice President of the United States, JD Vance, Second Lady Usha Vance, along with their children welcomed at Palam airport.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw received the Vice President. pic.twitter.com/ocXCXOdmgQ
— ANI (@ANI) April 21, 2025
A Culturally Meaningful Moment
The sight of the Vice President’s young sons waving toy swords in bright-colored kurtas captured attention and symbolized the spirit of cultural respect. Many onlookers praised the family’s thoughtful choice. Meanwhile, Vance was seen gently lifting his sleeping daughter, Mirabel, from the car—offering a rare personal moment before the start of high-level meetings.
Official Welcome and Scheduled Meetings
Soon after landing, Vice President Vance was formally welcomed by Indian officials. Later in the evening, he is set to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, at 6:30 p.m. This meeting is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral ties between India and the United States.
Sightseeing and City Visits Planned
Following the meeting, the Vance family will continue their tour across India. On Tuesday, they will visit Jaipur. The next day, they are scheduled to see the Taj Mahal in Agra. They will conclude their trip and depart from India early on Thursday morning.
Celebrating Friendship Through Culture
The Vance family’s gesture of dressing in Indian attire has resonated with many. It has set a warm tone for this important diplomatic visit. Their presence not only highlights strong diplomatic relations but also showcases the cultural bonds between the two nations.
