Who Is Usha Vance? 5 Lesser-Known Facts About Indian-American Behind J.D. Vance

US Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by his Indian-origin wife Usha Vance, began a four-day official visit to India on Monday. The itinerary includes key meetings, including one with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as well as visits to culturally significant sites in Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra.

Later in the day, Vance and his family are expected to visit Delhi's Swaminarayan Akshardham temple. They may also explore traditional markets showcasing local handicrafts. On Monday night, the family will head to Jaipur, where they'll be staying at the historic Rambagh Palace-once a royal residence and now a luxury heritage hotel.

On Tuesday, the family is scheduled to tour iconic landmarks, including the Amer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. JD Vance is also set to deliver a speech at the Rajasthan International Centre later that afternoon. On Wednesday morning, the Vance family will travel to Agra to visit the world-renowned Taj Mahal.

5 Things to Know About Usha Vance's Indian Roots

Ancestral Origins
Usha Vance's family traces its heritage back to Vadluru, a village in Andhra Pradesh.

Indian-American Upbringing
Born in San Diego, Usha was raised by Indian immigrant parents who moved to the United States in the 1980s. She grew up in an upper-middle-class, devout Hindu household.

Parents' Academic Background
Her father, Chilukuri Radhakrishna, is a mechanical engineer and an alumnus of IIT Madras. Her mother, Lakshmi, works as a molecular biologist.

Yale Law School Connection
Usha met JD Vance while they were both students at Yale Law School, where their relationship began.

Family Life
The couple married in 2014 and are now parents to three children.