Jawaharlal Nehru's US visit: Non-alignment in the Cold War era

Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, embarked on a state visit to the United States. He journeyed to several key locations, including Newport, New York City, and Los Angeles, to engage in discussions about Cold War neutrality. Nehru's visit was significant as it took place during heightened tensions between the Western bloc, led by the United States, and the Eastern bloc, led by the Soviet Union. Nehru's policy of non-alignment and India's stance of maintaining neutrality in the Cold War were central topics in his discussions. He aimed to balance relationships with both superpowers while advocating for global peace and cooperation. As a leader of a newly independent nation, Nehru's efforts were directed toward securing economic and technological assistance for India's development without aligning with either the Western or Eastern blocs. During his time in the United States, Nehru met with President John F. Kennedy and other key American officials. Discussions covered a wide range of sub