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{{Short description|ImmersiveIndian wellnesssocial entrepreneur device& software engineer}}

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The '''Orrb''' (also known as '''Oculas''' or '''Ovei pod''' and has been referred to as a "'''wellness device'''"<ref>{{Cite journal |title=Launchpad Directory Tech City 2011 |url=https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a75c6e1e5274a545822e22b/Launchpad_directory_-_Tech_City_2011.pdf |journal=Directory of Digital Products |pages=38}}</ref>) is a precision-engineered [[monocoque]] structured physical device fabricated from 100% [[Recycling|recyclable]] [[glass-reinforced plastic]]<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-04-04 |title=What are composites - EuCIA |url=https://eucia.eu/what-are-composites/ |access-date=2024-05-27 |website=eucia.eu |language=en-US}}</ref> with dimensions 3 feet by 6 feet that allows users to sit inside, fostering a sense of [[calmness]] with a 5, 10, 20 or 30 minutes wellness session. It facilitates experiences from [[Relaxation (psychology)|relaxation]], brain entrainment, and [[entertainment]] to engender a focused work culture. Beyond its structural [[innovation]], the Orrb was inspired by the concept of sacred spaces—places designed for deep reflection and inner calm.<ref>{{Cite web |last=O'Callaghan |first=Jonathan |date=2015-01-14 |title=Need a break from work? Step into the secluded Orrb pod |url=https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2909777/Stressed-work-Step-ORRB-Pod-lets-employees-relax-inside-hi-tech-bubble.html |access-date=2024-05-27 |website=Mail Online}}</ref> The first Oculas Pod was designed by British designer and innovator Lee McCormack in 2002. McCormack reported in 2015 that he received positive feedback about the device's effectiveness from the wellness training industries in the US and UK.<ref>{{Cite book |last=McCormack |first=Lee |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=vaBUGQAACAAJ&newbks=0&hl=en |title=Designers are Wankers |date=2005 |publisher=About Face Publishing |isbn=978-0-9550968-1-5 |language=en}}</ref>

== History ==

In 2002, McCormack named the device ‘Oculas’ as the prototype, later in 2008 he worked on an engineering partnership with [[McLaren Applied Technologies]], culminating in the all-new “Ovei” which enhances personal and professional spaces through technology and comfort fusion. F1 drivers [[Lewis Hamilton]] and [[Damon Hill]] used the pods to help with relaxation and focus.<ref>{{Cite web |title=If It's Hip It's Here {{!}} The latest in global design and creativity |url=https://www.ifitshipitshere.com/the-ovei-pod-a-personal-cocoon-in-various-forms-from-artist-decorated-to-gaming/?noamp=mobile#google_vignette |access-date=2024-05-27 |website=www.ifitshipitshere.com}}</ref> Vince Fraser, an acclaimed artist designed the exterior wrap of the Orrb.[16][17] <nowiki>https://www.pinterest.co.uk/vincefraser/</nowiki>   Image by Vince Fraser with Lee McCormack Inspired by the compact efficiency of the Japanese [[Capsule hotel|Capsule Hotel]], the Orrb has evolved to become a multifaceted platform which was commercially released in April 2015 with each design step meticulously shaped by geometric precision and mathematical principles for timeless appeal and adaptability in varied settings. In 2023 McCormack began creating the Orrb XR model, collaborating with Beckhoff and the Veterans Affairs (VA) in the US.

== Founder ==

Lee McCormack, a British designer, is known for founding Orrb, a venture blending technology with architectural design. Born in 1971, McCormack introduced the Oculas in 2002, a precursor to Ovei, showcasing his early commitment to integrating technology into immersive environments. Ovei, developed with McLaren Applied Technologies, enhanced personal and professional spaces through technology and comfort fusion. The latest designed version is named Orrb. McCormack's expertise extends to smart city designs, emphasizing sustainability, collaborations with industry leaders like Apple, and contributions to platforms like MyGlobalHome and Propcode underscore his impact on transformative design and technology.

== Technical Specifications ==

* Power Requirement: Standard USA Outlet

* Material: GRP (fiberglass)

* Color: Customizable

* Mobility: Wheels fixed in place during use (no removal required)

* Seating:

** Reclining seat

** Anti-bacterial vinyl fabric

* Door:

** Electronic operation with foam seal

** Magnetic catch and lock

** Designed for soundproofing with a large opening for easy access

* Audio System: 5.1 Surround Sound speaker system

* Visual Display: '''Extended Reality (XR) Integration:'''

* '''Virtual Reality (VR):''' Orrb features fully immersive VR experiences, providing users with engaging environments for wellness, training, and meetings.

* '''Augmented Reality (AR):''' Future updates will include AR capabilities, allowing users to overlay digital information onto the physical world for enhanced training scenarios.

* '''Mixed Reality (MR):''' Orrb is designed to support MR experiences, blending real-world and virtual elements to create seamless interactive environments.

* Computing: Beckhoff

* Ventilation: Air intake and expel electric fan system

== Notable Appearances ==

Orrb's innovative design and multifunctional capabilities have led to its presence in various high-profile settings, emphasizing its appeal in diverse fields:

=== '''Film and Entertainment''': ===

* In the 2005 [[science fiction]] film ''[[The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (film)|The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy]]'', Orrb made a striking appearance showcasing its futuristic design and appeal to the [[sci-fi]] genre. [[Disney]] purchased 25 units to promote the movie to deliver an interactive experience for global marketing within cinema venues and shopping malls, Directed by [[Garth Jennings]].^[7]

* It was also used in promotional activities for the [[fantasy]] films ''[[Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl|Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl]]'' (2003) and [[Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest|''Pirates of the Caribbean:'' Dead Man’s Chest]] (2006) released by [[Walt Disney Pictures]], Directed by [[Gore Verbinski]].^[9]

* In the 2008 science fiction film ''[[WALL-E]]'', released by Walt Disney Pictures and directed by [[Andrew Stanton]], Orrb named ‘Escape Pod’ was used in promotional activities.^[8][9]

* In the 2005 film [[Chicken Little (2005 film)|''Chicken Little'']], released by Walt Disney Pictures, Directed by [[Mark Dindal]], Orrb was used for marketing purposes.

* In the 2005 film ''[[Flightplan|Flight Plan]],'' released by [[Touchstone Pictures]], Directed by [[Robert Schwentke]], Orrb exemplified its versatility and appeal in entertainment marketing.

=== Exhibitions ===

* In Sep 2003, It was presented in the [http://www.designersblock.org.uk Designersblock] exhibition, [[London]] in Sep 2003 under the device name Oculas.

* In the year 2004, Oculas team collaborated with Artist [https://www.willbarras.com/ Will Barras] to create a 360-degree canvas for a [[Tokyo]] exhibition with Designersblock and the British Council. Artworks included a Sumo and Geisha design painted on Oculas pods.

* Showcased in the [[Young British Artists|Young British Designers]] Exhibition within [[Selfridges, Oxford Street|Selfridge]]’s windows in London, 2005.^[10][11][12]

* In the [[Science festival|Science Festival]] 2014 – showing wellbeing content using Orrb.^[20]

* In May 2015, the Orrb was a featured exhibit at the [[Science Museum, London|London Science Museum]]'s "Fast Forward F1" technology exhibition highlighting its cutting-edge engineering and design parallels with [[Formula One engines|Formula 1]] technology.^[13][14][15] <nowiki>https://illustriouscompany.co.uk/fast-forward/</nowiki>  <nowiki>https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/home</nowiki>

* The Orrb was displayed at the prestigious [[Cannes Film Festival]], showing a “[[Saatchi & Saatchi]]” produced short film, aligning it with the luxury and glamour of the international film industry. (ciper)

* In 2014, the TVConnect exhibition delivered show information with Orrb.^[22]

* [[McLaren Automotive|McLaren]]-engineered Ovei debuted at the CEDIA Expo 2008.^[18][19][20]

* The Orrb appeared at the [[Grand Designs]] 2009 exhibition at Excel delivering show information.^[21][22]

=== Music Festivals ===

* The Orrb premiered a special soundtrack by [[Ninja Tune]] at the Sightsonic Festival of Sound, 2001, 19th-21st October demonstrating its application in enhancing musical experiences and its connection to modern sound technology.

* In the year 2013 [[The Big Chill (music festival)|The Big Chill(music festival)]] and [[Amnesty International]], the Orrb delivered an experience highlighting global human rights issues.

=== Corporate Events ===

* Disney's promotion of ''Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, Pirates of the Caribbean, Chicken Little,'' and ''Flight Plan'' worldwide delivered an interactive experience.^[20]

* Delivered corporate film and experience of driver POV at [[Circuito Ascari]] track in [[Málaga|Malaga]], [[Spain]] for the sports car brand [[Ascari Cars|Ascari]].

* In the [[Clerkenwell]] London Design Week 2018, Orrb showcased well-being content.^[20]

* Orrb delivered an on-going in-store [[Hypoxia (medicine)|hypoxia]] [[altitude training]] experience under the name Altitude Pod, at [[Ellis Brigham|Ellis & Brigham]], [[Deansgate]], [[Manchester]] for The Altitude Centre.^[20]

* In 2008, Orrb was used for [[Diageo]]’s “[[Johnnie Walker]]” brand Drive Responsibly Awareness campaign globally.^[20][20][20]

* Orrb Image

* Caption - Orrb at Diageo’s “Johnnie Walker” campaign event in 2008 with Lewis Hamilton.

* Orrb was showcased in different colors, [[Crestron Electronics|Crestron]] at the [[Monaco Yacht Show]] 2009.^[20][][]

* Orrb Image

* Caption - Orrb at Monaco Yacht Show in 2009 showcasing different colors.

=== Product Launches ===

* Orrb was used for [[Dell|DELL]] promotion to launch the [[Alienware]] PC platform in 2009.^[20]

* Orrb was used for promotional activities at the [[Unilever]] UK launch of [[Magnum (ice cream)|Magnum Ice Cream]].^[20][20]

* Orrb Image

* Caption - Orrb at Unilever’s launch of Magnum Icecream in the UK.

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* Orrb was used at [[Intel]] Product Launch for marketing.^[20]

'''Rajnish Bajpai''' is an Indian [[Social entrepreneurship|social entrepreneur]] and [[Software engineering|software engineer]] based in [[California]], [[United States|USA]], specializing in [[Generative artificial intelligence|Generative AI]], [[Artificial general intelligence]], [[platform engineering]], [[Internet of things|IoT]], and [[agile software development]] methodologies.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-12-03 |title=Farmers get 'APP'Y {{!}} Farmers get 'APP'Y |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241203113848/https://www.asianage.com/technology/in-other-news/220218/farmers-get-appy.html |access-date=2024-12-11 |website=web.archive.org}}</ref> He is the Founder and Chairman of [[SmartGaon]] Development Foundation, a [[Nonprofit organization|non-profit organization]] working towards the development of [[Rural area|rural areas]] in [[India]], transforming the villages into self-sufficient and technology-enabled communities. His work focuses on integrating modern amenities with traditional rural lifestyles, thereby improving education, sanitation, and employment opportunities in underserved areas by applying the latest technology and innovation.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Patel |first=Tanvi |date=2018-07-06 |title=Two Techies & Some Bright Ideas Transform UP Village into India's First 'Smartgaon'! |url=https://thebetterindia.com/149135/news-techies-up-village-smartgoan/ |access-date=2024-12-10 |website=The Better India |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-08-13 |title=Two Indian American IT Professionals Create India’s First Smart Village: ‘SmartGaon’ {{!}} Global Indian {{!}} indiawest.com |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180813202856/https://www.indiawest.com/news/global_indian/two-indian-american-it-professionals-create-india-s-first-smart/article_412d934c-9ce4-11e8-b527-7bb9d9fb33c6.html |access-date=2024-12-11 |website=web.archive.org}}</ref>

* In 2016, Sonic Womb launched in [[Lausanne]], [[Switzerland]] at the Brain Forum Symposium. A multi-disciplinary research project collaboration between [[Scientist|scientists]], [[Engineer|engineers]], and sound artists that seeks to re-create the experience of hearing in utero in an acoustically optimized enclosed space. It is based on the most up-to-date academic research on the development of [[Fetus|foetal]] hearing, new in-house experiments, and state-of-the-art audio engineering and delivered through a specially designed scientifically accurate “foetal filter” sound system in a unique configuration of auditory diffusion software and hardware.^[20][]

He is the first [[Indian diaspora|Non-Resident Indian (NRI)]] whose social efforts have been acknowledged by [[Prime Minister of India]], [[Narendra Modi]] during the national public addressal radio program, ''[[Mann Ki Baat]]'' in 2018.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-07-05 |title=Inspired by PM Modi, two techies create India’s first SmartGaon |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/india/pm-narendra-modi-indias-first-smartgaon-uttar-pradesh-village-taudhakpur-5247419/ |access-date=2024-11-29 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-07-29 |title=Mann Ki Baat FULL: PM Modi praises 'SmartGaon App' launched by two IT professionals |url=https://www.abplive.in/videos/mann-ki-baat-full-pm-modi-praises-smartgaon-app-launched-by-two-it-professionals-734015 |access-date=2024-12-16 |website=news.abplive.com |language=en}}</ref>

* In 2019, Orrb was used for the Elemental Resonance [[Meditation music]] album launch by Tracie Storey at the Fora co-working space in [[Shoreditch]], London.^[20][]

He also serves as an advisor for various IEEE International Technical Conferences and startups, focusing on innovation and emerging technologies.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Panel Discussions – IEEE – iSES |url=https://ieee-ises.org/IEEE-iSES_2021_Website/panel-discussions/index.html |access-date=2024-11-29 |website=ieee-ises.org}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=CSDL {{!}} IEEE Computer Society |url=https://www.computer.org/csdl/proceedings-article/ises/2020/047800z023/1txTNLIug8w |access-date=2024-12-16 |website=www.computer.org}}</ref>

=== Wellness, Education and Healthcare Facilities ===

== Early life and education ==

* In 2006 St Bernadette’s Primary School, Stockport used to deliver educational software to students with ADHD, a four-week pilot study partnering with Riverdeep Interactive Learning and Ovei pod.

Bajpai was born and grew up in [[Taudhakpur]], a village in [[Raebareli]], [[Uttar Pradesh]], his initial schooling was in a village school, and later he completed his secondary education at [[Saraswati Vidya Mandir Inter College, Barabanki|Saraswati Vidya Mandir Inter college]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=स्मार्ट बेटे ने रायबरेली के इस गांव को बना दिया 'स्मार्ट' मिल रहीं शहर जैसी सुविधाएं - |url=https://www.jagran.com/uttar-pradesh/raebareli-smart-son-made-this-village-to-smart-at-raebareli-18258616.html |access-date=2024-12-11 |website=Jagran |language=hi}}</ref>

* In January 2006, the Ovei version debuted at the BETT(British Education and Technology Show)Exhibition at Olympia, London, and partnered with education software provider Riverdeep Interactive Learning to demonstrate its potential as an immersive learning aid to deliver interactive learning content. <nowiki>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BETT</nowiki>  <nowiki>https://www.bettshow.com/</nowiki>

* In 2013, Nuffield Health delivered Wellmind Media content to reduce stress under the Escape Pod brand. <nowiki>https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/gyms</nowiki> <nowiki>https://www.wellmindhealth.com/</nowiki>

* Veterans Affairs (VA) Walter Reed Military Hospital, Washington, USA, Orrb helped with the ongoing study to deliver the optimal environment to treat war veterans suffering from PTSD and trauma.[20] <nowiki>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_Reed_National_Military_Medical_Center</nowiki>

He is married to Ojaswi Mishra who is a software professional. In 2004, he completed his [[Bachelor of Engineering]], [[Computer science|Computer Science]] from [[Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya|Rajiv Gandhi Prodyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, ⁣]][[Bhopal]], and his [[Master's degree|Master’s degree]] from [[International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad|IIIT Hyderabad]]. He has also received an honorary doctorate (Doctor Honoris Causa) from [[Crown University International Chartered|The Crown University International Chartered]] in [[Business administration|Business Administration]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-30 |title=How NRI Rajnish Bajpai, a IIITH alumnus is defining Brain Gain with revolutionary SmartGaon app - |url=https://blogs.iiit.ac.in/rajnish-bajpai/ |access-date=2024-12-10 |language=en-US}}</ref>

== Awards ==

== Social work ==

* [[McLaren|McLaren Racing]] engineered Ovei, won the most luxurious product on “[[The Gadget Show]]” 2008 presented by [[Suzi Perry|Suzie Perry]].^[20][20]

After his graduation in 2006, Bajpai joined [[Synopsys]], where he worked in the [[Hyderabad]] division before relocating to [[Mountain View, California]].<ref name=":0" />

In 2015, Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi addressed the Indian community in [[San Jose, California]], urging them to give back to their homeland and emphasizing that Indians abroad should be seen as "brain gain" rather than "brain drain".<ref>{{Cite news |last=Pramanik |first=Alnoor Peermohamed & Ayan |date=2017-01-09 |title=India to tap NRIs for R&D and turn 'brain drain' into 'brain gain': Modi |url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/india-to-tap-nris-for-r-d-and-turn-brain-drain-into-brain-gain-modi-117010800273_1.html |archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20230315140914/https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/india-to-tap-nris-for-r-d-and-turn-brain-drain-into-brain-gain-modi-117010800273_1.html |archive-date=2023-03-15 |access-date=2024-12-16 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |last=Sirohi |first=Seema |date=2015-09-30 |title=NRIs ‘Brain deposit, not brain drain’: PM Narendra Modi |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/nris-brain-deposit-not-brain-drain-pm-narendra-modi/articleshow/49145921.cms?from=mdr |access-date=2024-12-16 |work=The Economic Times |issn=0013-0389}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2015-09-28 |title='Brain drain' can become 'brain gain' any time, Modi points in his SAP Centre address |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/brain-drain-can-become-brain-gain-any-time-modi-points-in-his-sap-centre-address/articleshow/49134906.cms |access-date=2024-12-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> This speech inspired Bajpai, who was among the audience at the event, to work towards his motherland and start social initiatives to develop the rural villages of India.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Rajnish Bajpai: Driving the development of rural India through SmartGaon |url=https://www.globalindian.com/story/global-indian-exclusive/rajnish-bajpai-driving-the-development-of-rural-india-through-smartgaon/ |access-date=2024-12-16 |website=The Global Indian |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-07-29 |title=Mann ki Baat: PM Narendra Modi shares success stories of Indian youth, remembers poet Neeraj |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/india/article/mann-ki-baat-pm-narendra-modi-success-stories-indian-youth-remembers-poet-neeraj-monthly-episode/261320 |access-date=2024-12-16 |website=www.timesnownews.com |language=en}}</ref>

* In 2014, it was featured on the [[Channel 4]] show “[[Gadget Man]]” presented by [[Richard Ayoade]].

In 2017, Bajpai and Yogesh Sahu founded the SmartGaon Development Foundation, headquartered in Mumbai. The organization provides an outreach platform for Non-Profits and private/public/government organizations of various sectors to come together and work towards the Integrated Development of [[rural infrastructure]] of India.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Murdeshwar |first=Sachin |date=2018-02-23 |title=Open Graph Meta Tags: Everything You Need to Know |url=https://globalprimenews.com/2018/02/23/entrepreneur-rajnish-bajpai-speaks-on-his-vision-and-perspective-of-making-indian-villages-modern-with-the-concept-of-smartgaon/ |access-date=2024-12-16 |website=Global Prime News |language=en-US}}</ref> The organization's initiatives also include the education system development in Indian villages including farmer empowerment.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Mondal |first=Dibyendu |date=2023-04-29 |title=Two IIT professionals on a ‘Smart Gaon’ mission |url=https://sundayguardianlive.com/special-supplement/two-iit-professionals-on-a-smart-gaon-mission#google_vignette |access-date=2024-12-16 |website=The Sunday Guardian Live |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite journal |title=Social Innovation - The Driving Force for Social Impact |url=https://www.nasscomfoundation.org/report/social-innovation.pdf |journal=NASSCOM FOUNDATION |pages=53}}</ref>

* Orrb participated in a [[BBC]] series on sleep deprivation presented by [[Robert Winston, Baron Winston|Robert Winston]], entitled “How to Sleep Better”.^[20][20]

He designed an app called ''SmartGaon'' with his friend Yogesh Sahu that connects an entire village population with the world digitally and is available in English and Hindi languages. The main objective of the app is to transform the village into a sanitized, self-reliant & digitally empowered society.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-03-19 |title=Smart villages: How SmartGaon App is bringing ‘Bharat’ closer to India |url=https://www.financialexpress.com/life/technology-smart-villages-how-smartgaon-app-is-bringing-bharat-closer-to-india-1103209/ |access-date=2024-12-16 |website=FE Tech Bytes |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite journal |title=Mann Ki Baat |url=https://www.competitiveness.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Mann_Ki_Baat_Final_Report.pdf |journal=Mann Ki Baat |pages=116}}</ref>

== Further reading ==

The organization is in the strategic support of the [[Government of India]]'s initiatives including [[Digital India]], [[Swachh Bharat Mission]], [[Make in India]], and the [[Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change]].<ref>{{Cite news |date=2018-07-30 |title=Techies create first 'smart gaon' in Rae Bareli |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/lucknow/techies-create-first-smart-gaon-in-rae-bareli/articleshow/65191340.cms |access-date=2024-12-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=PM launches 'Make in India' global initiative |url=https://www.narendramodi.in/ma/pm-launches-make-in-india-global-initiative-6644}}</ref>

Through the SmartGaon initiative, Taudhakpur, a remote village in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, has been transformed into a modern, digitized community and became the first "SmartGaon" ([[Smart Village India|smart village]]) of India.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Askari |first=Faiz |title=‘SmartGaon’ to Transform Villages in Chhattisgarh, UP and Maharashtra |url=https://smestreet.in/msmenews/smartgaon-to-transform-villages-in-chhattisgarh-up-and-maharashtra/ |access-date=2024-12-19 |website=smestreet.in |language=en}}</ref> The village now features smart facilities, including an efficient waste management system, streetlights, CCTV cameras, over 242 toilets, a Wi-Fi zone, and 20 hours of uninterrupted power supply and connectivity.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-03-19 |title=Smart villages: How SmartGaon App is bringing ‘Bharat’ closer to India |url=https://www.financialexpress.com/life/technology-smart-villages-how-smartgaon-app-is-bringing-bharat-closer-to-india-1103209/ |access-date=2024-12-19 |website=FE Tech Bytes |language=en}}</ref> Additionally, Padariya Thoban village in [[Damoh district]], [[Madhya Pradesh]], has also been transformed into a Smart Village, enhancing the quality of life for its residents and becoming the first "SmartGaon" in Madhya Pradesh.<ref>{{Cite web |title=MP का पहला स्मार्ट विलेज: दमोह के इस गांव की बिना सरकारी मदद के बदली तस्वीर, CCTV कैमरों से होती है निगरानी |url=https://www.amarujala.com/madhya-pradesh/padaria-thoban-village-of-damoh-became-the-first-smart-village-of-madhya-pradesh-read-more-in-hindi |access-date=2024-12-19 |website=Amar Ujala |language=hi}}</ref>

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