AVANI - INTRODUCTION
First part of a short documentary on Avani, an NGO working in remote villages in Uttaranchal, Indian Himalayas, to bring solar power and develop traditional textile production.
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| Video information | |
|---|---|
| Produced by | chinmaya dunster |
| Directed by | chinmaya dunster |
| Contact | write the producer |
| Home page | more info |
| Produced | Apr 14, 2008 |
Full Description
The film interviews Rajnish and Rashmi Jain, founders of Avani and shows their work in the Himalayan villages. The villagers themselves are shown assembling solar lamps, spinning, weaving etc. The mountains rovide a stunning backdrop.
It was made without budget on a small Sony camera on a single trip to the region.







