Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:46pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday India Global
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris paid tribute to her Indian grandparents on National Grandparents Day. Reflecting on their legacy, Harris recalled how her grandfather, PV Gopalan, taught her about the importance of fighting for equality and against corruption during her childhood visits to India. Gopalan, a retired civil servant, had worked for India's independence and helped resettle refugees from East Pakistan. Harris also honored her grandmother, Rajam Gopalan, who advocated for women's access to birth control across India. Harris credited their commitment to public service for inspiring her career.
