US Vice President JD Vance Visits Akshardham Temple In Delhi: A Look At Other Foreign Leaders At The Spiritual Site
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US Vice President JD Vance kicked off his first state visit to India by offering prayers at Akshardham Temple in Delhi.
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in India today as part of his first official visit to the country, scheduled from April 21 to April 24. Vice President Vance, Second Lady Usha Vance, along with their children, visited the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple this morning.
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The Akshardham Temple's role as a beacon of India's cultural and spiritual legacy, has attracted global leaders interested in understanding and appreciating the nation's rich traditions. (Image: Akshardham Temple official website)
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Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty visited Akshardham Temple in September 2023, during the G20 Summit. They participated in traditional rituals, including the Pushpanjali ceremony, and expressed admiration for the temple's architecture and its message of peace and harmony. (Image: File Photo)
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New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, accompanied by a delegation of over 100 members, visited Akshardham Temple in April 2025. The visit aimed to strengthen India-New Zealand cultural ties, with the delegation exploring the temple's architecture and exhibitions. (Image: Akshardham Temple official website)
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Former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull visited the Akshardham Temple in April 2017. He was accompanied by PM Narendra Modi. Sitting on the steps of the temple, both leaders experienced the serenity and peaceful vibrations. (Image: Akshardham Temple official website)
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Former Governor of Delaware, US John Carney also visited the Akshardham Temple in 2023, as part of his first visit to India. (Image: Akshardham Temple official website)
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Former President of Myanmar Win Myint, First Lady Cho Cho, and their 28-member delegation, paid a visit to Akshardham Temple in February 2020, as part of their state visit. (Image: Akshardham Temple official website)
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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro kicked off his first-ever state trip to India with a visit to Akshardham Temple. He was accompanied by his daughters. (Image: Akshardham Temple official website)
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Former President of Mongolia Khaltmaagiin Battulga visited the temple in September 2019. (Image: Akshardham Temple official website)
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