Story and views of a teacher from Kumaon, Himalayas

Released May, 2011

Kailash Chandra Lohini, a retired college principal, shares a vivid memory of one particular incident immediately after the 1947 Independence and a startling conclusion drawn from his observations.

He talks about his experience as a student, a teacher, a college principal and India’s situation today.

PLEASE NOTE: A new edit with improved subtitles is currently being worked on.

1947 Independence

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Cultural Impact

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