Burdwan , 13 May 04 :  
The thrice in a row member of parliament from Burdwan constituency CPI(M) candidate, Nikhilananda Sar promised to provide electricity to every house in the area at a minimal cost of Re. 1 per unit. He informed bardhaman.com at an exclusive interview just after he was declared elected from Burdwan constituency with a huge margin of almost 5 lacs vote.

When he was recalled by our correspondent that he didn't want to be nominated due to his age he said, "I am still firm to my decision. I was really not willing to contest the election, but I did so due to the party & the common people of my constituency. I can resign today itself id told to do so. " When asked about his feeling about the win, he said, "I'm not enjoying like a first-timer, I'm quite seasoned to the win."

He also informed that, the talk is on with some private promoters to provide low-cost alternative power to the villages. Saving of under-ground water of the area will be his prime focus.