PM Modi Hosts US Vice President JD Vance And Family, Holds Bilateral Talks At delhi Residence
US Vice President JD Vance is holding talks with prime minister Narendra Modi at the latter's residence. Vance, his wife, and their children arrived in india today.
United States Vice President JD Vance is on Monday holding bilateral talks with prime minister Narendra Modi at the latter's residence at 7 Lok kalyan Marg in New Delhi. Vance, accompanied by his Indian-origin wife Usha, and their three children, began his maiden visit to india with a tour of prominent cultural landmarks in the national capital.
The prime minister welcomed the united states Vice President, Second Lady usha Vance, and their children to his official residence in the evening and is also expected to host a private dinner for the visiting dignitaries following bilateral discussions.
United States Vice President JD Vance's India Visit
The Vances received a warm welcome upon their arrival in the national capital earlier in the day and were received at the airport by Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The Vance family commenced their day with a visit to the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, located near the banks of the yamuna River. Later, they stopped by the Central Cottage industries Emporium (CCIE) at Janpath, a government-run showroom renowned for its collection of traditional indian handloom and handicraft products.
According to PTI, CCIE General Manager meera Somani said, “It was a wonderful visit and he (Vance) enjoyed it a lot. We were quite enthusiastic. He also purchased some items from our showroom.”
Established in 1952, the Central Cottage industries Emporium was envisioned as a platform to revive India’s craft heritage, which had been adversely affected by industrialization in the post-colonial period. For over seven decades, it has functioned as a cultural window to the world, supporting traditional artisans and promoting indian craftsmanship globally.
JD Vance’s visit comes in the backdrop of recent shifts in trade policy, with US President Donald Trump having imposed and later paused a broad tariff regime affecting around 60 countries, including India. Currently, india and the united states are negotiating a trade agreement aimed at securing tariff relief and improving market access.
Anil Rajak, a staffer at the emporium, told PTI that the family picked up a range of items including wooden products, handloom articles, and brassware. “They were very happy to see indian handicraft and handloom products under one roof,” he said.
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