The name Kamala, of Sanskrit origin, meaning “lotus,” has gained global prominence due to Vice President Kamala Harris, though it has long been common in India. While Harris is currently the ...

The phrase “Lotus will be POTUS” is a clever wordplay tied to her name. In Sanskrit, “Kamala” translates to “lotus.” The lotus is a flower rich in symbolism in Indian culture.

Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani said the fruit would now be called kamalam, Sanskrit for the lotus flower. The lotus is sacred to Hindus and is India's national flower. Relations have ...