India, Nov. 5 -- Two remote villages in Odisha continue to struggle for basic amenities despite decades having passed since Independence. With poor road connectivity, inadequate drinking water facilities and a lack of electricity, residents allege that 'development' schemes have failed to reach them.
Decades On, Villages Still Without Roads, Water And Electricity
Frustrated over prolonged administrative neglect, villagers have warned of boycotting the upcoming elections if their demands remain unfulfilled.
The situation is particularly grim in Tenda village under Saradiha panchayat in Kaptipada block of Mayurbhanj district and Kukudajhar village under Haripur panchayat in Puri district.
Over 40 families, most belonging to tribal communi...