VOICED : India's Anandpur sees light, dreams 69 years after independence

The video discusses a village receiving electricity for the first time, transforming daily life for its residents. It highlights the challenges faced without electricity, such as cooking before sunset and limited phone charging. A government initiative aims to electrify 18,000 villages, but engineers face obstacles like remote locations and local opposition. Despite these challenges, Anandpur now has electricity, opening new opportunities for its residents, though some households declined due to cost concerns. Urmila Devi, a resident, plans to enjoy new amenities like TV, altering her daily routine.

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