JD Vance Faces Backlash From All India Farmers Union, Who Say Bilateral Trade Talks Will Undermine Farmers, Warn 'India Is Not For Sale'

U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in India on Monday for a four-day visit aimed at progressing with bilateral ties and fast-tracking a significant trade deal.

While New Delhi rolled out a cultural welcome, the visit prompted grassroots protests from the All India Kisan Sabha (All India Farmers Union), which fears that the proposed agreement could threaten the livelihoods of Indian farmers. What Happened: Vance, joined by his wife Usha Vance , their children, and senior U.S.



officials is set to conduct meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and make trips to Jaipur and Agra. On April 18, the AIKS announced its decision to stage protests on April 21 in villages and district headquarters across India with the slogan "Vance Go Back! India Is Not For Sale," with plans for effigy burnings and rallies. © 2025 Benzinga.

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