He understood that Tenaliraman was doing this to open his eyes. 
hi ʌndɜ˞stʊd ðæt  wɑz duɪŋ ðɪs tu oʊpʌn hɪz aɪz. 
 Indian's voice is very clear and very monotone in this recording. The sound is very close, giving the impression of being spoken directly into the microphone. The pace is slightly slower than usual.