On November 5, a Hindu priest in Thulasendrapuram, Tamil Nadu, conducted a prayer ceremony for Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate in the U.S. presidential election. The ceremony included chanting hymns and ringing bells, with the priest expressing hope for Harris's victory. This village is significant to Harris, as her maternal grandfather, P.V. Gopalan, was born there before migrating to Chennai. The local community has a strong connection to Harris, having previously prayed for her success during the 2020 election, which culminated in celebrations when she became the U.S. vice president. A sign outside the village temple wishes
a daughter of this land
success in the election, highlighting the pride locals feel for Harris. The priest and villagers plan to hold additional prayers and food donations at the temple should she win.
