Kamala Harris' Ancestral Village in India Prays for Her Presidential Victory

The small village of Thulasendrapuram in Tamil Nadu celebrates its connection to Harris, seeing her candidacy as a source of pride and inspiration.

Thulasendrapuram, the ancestral village of Kamala Harris' maternal grandfather, has become a hub of excitement as villagers offer prayers for her success in the U.S. presidential election.
Despite Harris never having visited the village, her rise to prominence has brought international attention and tangible benefits, such as a new water storage tank funded by donations.
Villagers see Harris as a symbol of empowerment, particularly for women, in a region still grappling with gender inequality.
The community has embraced Harris' candidacy, with her image displayed on banners and billboards, and her name featured on donor plaques at the local temple.
Local women view Harris as a role model, with her journey inspiring hope for future generations in Thulasendrapuram and beyond.