US Vice President JD Vance Cancels Jaipur City Palace Tour Due to Security Issues
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Synopsis
US Vice President JD Vance has canceled his visit to Jaipur's City Palace during his trip to India due to security concerns following a recent terrorist attack. His family continues to embrace Indian culture during their stay.
Key Takeaways
- JD Vance canceled his City Palace visit.
- The decision was influenced by a recent terrorist attack.
- The family is staying at Rambagh Palace Hotel.
- They visited the Taj Mahal in Agra prior to their cancellation.
- Vance addressed US-India relations at RIC.
Jaipur, April 23 (NationPress) US Vice President JD Vance, who is currently undertaking a four-day trip to India from April 21-24 with his family, has decided to cancel his planned visit to the City Palace in Jaipur. The schedule had included a stop at the City Palace on Wednesday, but that plan has been scrapped.
While no formal explanation has been issued, sources indicate that the cancellation was made shortly after his return from Agra, and the recent terrorist incident in Pahalgam may have played a role in this decision.
On Wednesday, Vice President Vance and his family had previously visited the renowned Taj Mahal in Agra, spending around three hours at the iconic site before heading back to Jaipur.
They are currently lodged at the Rambagh Palace Hotel and are set to return to Washington on Thursday morning at 6:30 a.m.
During their stay, the Vance family has embraced Indian culture, wearing traditional attire. Vance’s sons, Vivek and Ivan, were donned in kurta-pyjamas, while his wife, Usha Vance, was seen holding hands with their daughter, Mirabel, as they arrived in Agra. The family was warmly welcomed by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath with a bouquet upon their arrival.
Vice President Vance and his family arrived in Jaipur on Monday evening.
On April 22, they explored Amer Fort for over an hour, where Vance showed particular interest in the fort's architectural and historical features, including Diwan-e-Aam, Ganesh Pol, Man Singh Palace, and Sheesh Mahal. Previously, City Palace Museum Director Vaibhav Chauhan announced that the City Palace would be closed to tourists on April 23 in preparation for Vance’s visit.
US security personnel also conducted a comprehensive security assessment of the venue on Tuesday.
“The City Palace, Jaipur, is honored to host US Vice President JD Vance and his family on April 23, 2025. Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum, The City Palace, will be closed for tourists on April 23, 2025,” Chauhan stated earlier on April 22.
Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari and Padmanabh Singh, a member of the former royal family, were anticipated to greet the Vice President and his family at the palace.
However, the family is currently at Ram Bagh.
On Tuesday, Vance also spoke on US-India relations at RIC and emphasized that the 21st century could thrive if India and the US collaborate.
