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Dragon fruit renamed as 'Kamalam'; Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani explains the reason

Dragon fruit has become increasingly popular among Indians in recent years.
Dragon fruit renamed as 'Kamalam' | Photo Credit: iStock Images
Key Highlights
In the Sanskrit language, 'kamalam' means lotus
Gujarat BJP headquarters in Gandhinagar is named 'Shri Kamalam'
Gandhinagar: Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Tuesday announced that the state government has decided to rename dragon fruit as
kamalam.
According to Rupani, the decision was taken keeping in mind the outer shape of the fruit, which resembles a lotus.
“As the outer shape of the fruit resembles a lotus, hence dragon fruit shall be renamed as
kamalam," said Rupani.

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Dragon fruit renamed as 'Kamalam' by Gujarat government

Updated Jan 20, 2021 | 09:41 IST
Kamalam in Sanskrit means Lotus. Dragon Fruit that has become increasingly popular in recent years, is a tropical fruit with a unique look and taste.
Dragon fruit (Pixabay)
Gandhinagar: The Gujarat Government has decided to rename dragon fruit as "Kamalam" as the outer shape of the fruit resembles a lotus, said Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Tuesday.
"The State government has decided rename Dragon Fruit. As the outer shape of the fruit resembles a lotus, hence Dragon Fruit shall be renamed as Kamalam," said Rupani.
"The name of dragon fruit associated with China and we have changed it," he added.

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Gujarat government to rename dragon fruit as 'Kamalam'; current name makes it seem Chinese, claims Vijay Rupani

Gujarat government to rename dragon fruit as ‘Kamalam’; current name makes it seem Chinese, claims Vijay Rupani
The fruit is largely grown in Kutch, Navsari and different parts of Saurashtra and is known for its nutritional value, like increasing the haemoglobin levels
Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has decided to rename dragon fruit as 'Kamalam', Chief Minister Vijay Rupani has said.
The state government has applied for a patent to change the nomenclature of dragon fruit, which is largely grown in Kutch, Navsari and different parts of Saurashtra, to 'Kamalam', Rupani told reporters on Tuesday.
"The name dragon fruit is not proper, and due to its name one thinks of China. So we have given it the name 'Kamalam'," he said.

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Dragon fruit| 'Oye kamalam': As Gujarat government renames dragon fruit, lotus flower asks, 'job chhod dun?'

Updated Jan 20, 2021 | 15:27 IST
As Gujarat government announced that it has decided to rename the dragon fruit as kamalam, netizens flooded social media with hilarious memes and jokes. Check them out:
Dragon fruit renamed as kamalam. | Image: ANI/Twitter
Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government on Tuesday announced that it has decided to rename the dragon fruit as
kamalam. Chief Minister Vijay Rupani explained that the decision was taken keeping in mind the shape of the fruit which resembles a lotus.
"As the outer shape of the fruit resembles a lotus, hence dragon fruit shall be renamed as
kamalam," Rupani said.
Rupani, during the launch of the Chief Minister Horticulture Development Mission on Tuesday, said, "We have applied for the patent of the dragon fruit to be called as

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Gujarat To Rename Dragon Fruit Kamalam; 5 Benefits Of Dragon Fruit You Must Know Of

Gujarat To Rename Dragon Fruit 'Kamalam'; 5 Benefits Of Dragon Fruit You Must Know Of
Gujarat To Rename Dragon Fruit 'Kamalam'; 5 Benefits Of Dragon Fruit You Must Know Of
Gujarat Chief Minister says, the outer layer of dragon fruit resembles lotus. Hence, dragon fruit will be renamed as 'Kamalam'.
Highlights
It is low in trans-fat that makes dragon fruit perfect for weight loss.
It also helps manage cholesterol and promote heart health.
Dragon fruit is considered one of the most exotic fruits due to its striking pink colour and scaly dragon skin-like outer layer. And what adds on to its popularity is the pool of health benefits accredited to this tropical fruit. In recent years, dragon fruit has become quite popular among Indians too. Several people today include this fruit in their daily diet in form of salad, shakes or smoothies. Lately, it again grabbed all the limelight when Gujarat decided to rename dragon fruit ‘kamalam'.

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