In a small village in Andhra Pradesh, residents are celebrating a significant milestone in the United States’ political landscape. Vadluru, located in the West Godavari district, is the native village of Usha Vance, wife of U.S. Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance. When Donald Trump crossed the 270-majority mark in the U.S. presidential election, the village erupted in joy.
The news of Trump’s victory spread quickly, and the villagers celebrated by bursting crackers and cheering in the streets. For the people of Vadluru, this win is not just a political triumph; it is a source of personal pride.
Usha Vance, an Indian-American lawyer, is set to make history by becoming the first Indian-American Second Lady of the United States when her husband JD Vance, a political figure, takes office. The connection to the global stage through Usha’s family has sparked immense pride among the community.
The celebrations in Vadluru are deeply connected to the Indian-American community, particularly those with roots in Andhra Pradesh. Usha’s family lineage in Vadluru links the local community to one of the most important political moments in recent U.S. history. In addition to celebrating Trump’s victory, the villagers also expressed their support for JD Vance, who ran alongside Trump in the elections.
On the day of the celebration, some villagers offered prayers for JD Vance’s success in the elections. One resident, Ramana, shared his thoughts, expressing a belief that Trump’s presidency would strengthen relations between the United States and India.
“America is countering terrorism across the world. The relations between America and India will improve if Trump becomes the President,” he said, adding that it was a point of pride for the village that Usha Vance hailed from Vadluru.
The connection between the Vance family and Vadluru has been longstanding. The Vances’ relatives still live in the village, and their roots in the community go deep. Ramana emphasised that the village had donated land long ago, creating a bond that has lasted across generations.
Meanwhile, JD Vance, who cast his ballot in Ohio on the morning of Election Day, also spoke about his involvement in the election. Vance, reflecting on his own experience, shared that he voted at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Cincinnati.
“I felt good about my own race a couple of years ago when I voted in this exact same spot,” Vance said. His optimism for Trump’s success in the election was clear as he hoped that the election would turn out favourably for both him and the President.
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