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Centre releases curriculum framework for three to six-year-olds

The Central government has released curriculum advisable to be taught to children aged three to six-years-old, thus giving an impetus to pre-school learning in 14 lakh anganwadis across the country

The Hindu · Apr 19, 2024

Congress lists 'massive failures' of WCD ministry, says will usher era of women's safety in June

Lok Sabha election 2024: Congress lists failures of WCD Ministry in last 10 years, promises new era of women's safety and development in June.

The Hindu · Mar 25, 2024

Lok Sabha elections 2024 | Congress woos women; announces ‘Nari Nyay’ guarantee as part of its manifesto

Congress Party's "Nari Nyay" manifesto promises financial aid and job reservations for women, increased honorarium for Anganwadi, ASHA and mid-day meal workers, legal assistance, and women's hostels.

The Hindu · Mar 13, 2024

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Mamata announces hike in remunerations of ASHA, Anganwadi workers

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces hike in remuneration for ASHA and Anganwadi workers ahead of Lok Sabha elections.

The Hindu · Mar 6, 2024

Guarantee survey in increasing heat leaves ASHA and anganwadi workers fuming

Ongoing survey of guarantee schemes in Bengaluru faces backlash from ASHA and anganwadi workers due to extreme heat.

The Hindu · Mar 5, 2024

Abandoned infant rescued, shifted to Vijayawada hospital

Infant rescued on hill near Kothapeta, Vijayawada by ICPS, Anganwadi workers; efforts to trace mother underway.

The Hindu · Feb 20, 2024

Congress leader Kamal Nath pulls up M.P. government over non-payment of anganwadi workers’ salaries

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Kamal Nath on Friday pulled up the State’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government over the non-payment of salaries to anganwadi workers for about three months.

The Hindu · Feb 2, 2024

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Sitharaman’s Budget 2024 blueprint: Top announcements for healthcare sector

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made a much-awaited announcement during the Interim Budget 2024 about the government's commitment to putting the health and welfare of the country first. As she discussed the economic progress made in the face of the pandemic, she also unveiled a number of health-related initiatives aimed…

The Times of India · Feb 1, 2024

Man booked under the POCSO Act in Annamayya district

55-year-old man booked under POCSO Act for sexually assaulting 4-year-old girl at Anganwadi centre in remote village.

The Hindu · Jan 30, 2024

Behind Andhra anganwadi anger, funding gaps, unfulfilled promises, staff woes

Beneath a fading portrait of Vladimir Lenin, on Sunday, over a thousand anganwadi workers in Andhra Pradesh’s Vijayawada went on strike against the government’s unwillingness to increase salaries. Behind the portrait, 15 women lay down on the dais, among whom 13 had been fasting for five days continuously. Two among…

Newslaundry · Jan 24, 2024

Why action should not be taken, Andhra Pradesh government asks protesting Anganwadi staff

The Andhra Pradesh government on January 11 (Thursday) served notices on the protesting Anganwadi workers and helpers, seeking an explanation as to why their services should not be terminated. The Anganwadi staff have been on a State-wide strike since December 12.

The Hindu · Jan 11, 2024

Anganwadi workers’ protest: Attendance of children and pregnant women plunges in Centres

Anganwadi workers and helpers strike affects supply of nutrition to children, pregnant & lactating women in Centres.

The Hindu · Jan 7, 2024

Govt. invokes ESMA on agitating Anganwadi workers, prohibits strike for 6 months

Anganwadi workers & helpers in Vijayawada protest against G.O. No. 2, issued by the State government bringing their services under ESMA for 6 months.

The Hindu · Jan 6, 2024

Alternative arrangements made for distribution of THR kits in all Anganwadi centres: WD&CW Principal Secretary G. Jayalakshmi

“With the Anganwadi staff abstaining from duties as part of the ongoing strike, government has made arrangements for distribution of Take Home Ration (THR) kits for pregnant and lactating women in all Anganwadi Centres from January 5,” Women Development and Child Welfare (WD&CW) Principal Secretary G. Jayalakshmi said.

The Hindu · Jan 4, 2024

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The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024

Anganwadi workers taken into preventive custody during protest at Collectorate in Vijayawada

Thousands of Anganwadi workers and helpers hit the streets on January 3 (Wednesday), despite the restrictions imposed by the police. They demanded that the Andhra Pradesh government concede their demands. The police took many protesters into preventive custody.

The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024

Congress manifesto with OPS soon, says Chinta Mohan

Congress committed to restoring OPS, Panchayat Raj Act, NREGS & Anganwadi system in Chittoor District.

The Hindu · Jan 2, 2024

Join duty by January 5 or face departmental action, Andhra Pradesh government warns Anganwadi staff

The District Collectors across Andhra Pradesh on January 2 (Tuesday) appealed to the protesting Anganwadi workers and helpers to resume their duties immediately, with a warning that departmental action would be taken against those who failed to join duties by January 5. The Collectors served notices in this regard to…

The Hindu · Dec 30, 2023

Anganwadi workers refuse Collectors’ request to resume duties, continue strike

Anganwadi workers continue strike, demand salary hike from Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy.

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The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023

Prasanna bats for inclusion of theatre education in schools

Theatre personality Prasanna said theatre education should be part of the curriculum to enrich learning and aid in personality development of children. He called for its implementation in schools and Anganwadis. A national festival was held to protect children's sensitivity and joy of learning, featuring plays performed by adults and…

The Hindu · Sep 3, 2023

‘Poshan Maah’ utsavams held at all Anganwadi centres

WD&CW Dept. celebrates 'Poshan Maah' utsavams in Anganwadi Centres across State. Dieticians & doctors explain importance of healthy diet to pregnant & lactating women. YSR Sampoorna Poshana Kits displayed & importance of consuming nutritional diet explained. Meetings & display of milk, veggies, pulses & eggs conducted. Dieticians explain importance of…

The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023

‘’Gruha Lakshmi implementation not a demonstration of strength’’

Lakshmi Hebbalkar, Women & Child Welfare Minister, said Gruha Lakshmi roll-out in Mysuru is fulfilling Congress' promise to voters. H.C. Mahadevappa, Mysuru district in-charge, said 16.27 lakh family heads are women in region & 85% registered. 2000 buses deployed to bring beneficiaries & each Anganwadi provided 3 buses. Expect 1…

The Hindu · Aug 19, 2023

Poor quality ration being given at Anganwadis, pregnant women complain to child rights panel

Pregnant & lactating women in Vijayawada complained of stale & poor quality material being provided under Take Home Ration (THR). SCPCR Chairman K. Appa Rao made surprise visit to Anganwadi centres & found insects in ragi flour. He alerted staff & asked govt. to maintain quality. He also asked women…

The Times of India · Aug 14, 2023

Delhi minister Atishi inspects centralised Anganwadi kitchen at Kondli, 'personally tastes' food

NEW DELHI: Delhi Women and Child Development Minister Atishi on Monday inspected a centralised Anganwadi kitchen located in Kondli and "personally tasted" the food to check its quality, officials said.

The Hindu · Jun 12, 2023

Poshan app allows migrant workers to access nurseries wherever they live

More than 57,000 migrant workers have registered for the special one nation one Anganwadi programme under which even if people relocate to another state, they can avail of the benefits given to children under six years and pregnant women and lactating mothers by the government.

The Hindu · May 20, 2023

Pregnant women told to consume fortified rice being supplied in Anganwadi Centres

Women Development and Child Welfare (WD&CW) Director M. Vijaya Suneetha has asked the department staff and Anganwadi workers to enlighten pregnant and lactating women on the benefits of consuming fortified rice

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