From sleepy village to nuclear hub, Rooppur waits for Bangladesh’s power breakthrough

Bangladesh is set to activate its first nuclear power plant in Rooppur, which is expected to ease electricity shortages. The project has seen significant changes in the local economy and demographics as workers from Russia arrive. While some locals express optimism about job prospects, others remain apprehensive about safety concerns. The efforts to build this facility have been ongoing since the 1960s, with multiple attempts to establish agreements.