ITANAGAR, Oct 22: Women and Child Development Minister Dasanglu Pul on Thursday assured Anganwadi workers and helpers that the state government would give due consideration to their genuine grievances, stressing the need to improve their working conditions, dignity and recognition.
Addressing the second foundation day celebration of the Arunachal Pradesh Anganwadi Karmachari Sangh (APAKS) at Dree Ground here, Pul described Anganwadi workers and helpers as the backbone of the state's women and child development system, particularly in delivering essential services in remote and geographically challenging areas.
Calling them the “silent architects of our future generations”, the minister highlighted their role in maternal and child nutrition, early childhood education, health awareness and community welfare.
She acknowledged that many workers and helpers continued to face challenges related to honorarium, social security, infrastructure, working conditions and recognition. Assuring them of the government's attention, she said their concerns would be heard and genuine demands considered at the appropriate level.
Pul observed that while policies were formulated at the administrative level, their success depended largely on the dedication and hard work of frontline workers who implemented them at the grassroots.
She said the state government, under Chief Minister Pema Khandu's leadership, remained committed to strengthening Anganwadi services, improving nutritional outcomes, promoting early childhood development and empowering women across Arunachal Pradesh.
Appreciating APAKS for providing a common platform for Anganwadi workers and helpers, the minister urged the organisation to maintain unity, discipline and a constructive approach while pursuing their demands.
The minister reiterated her commitment to building a stronger, more efficient and dignified Anganwadi system through collective efforts.
“When we support an Anganwadi worker, we strengthen a family. When we strengthen an Anganwadi centre, we secure a child's future,” Pul said, emphasising that those who dedicated their lives to caring for children also deserved care, dignity and recognition.
Congratulating APAKS on its second foundation day, she called for renewed collective efforts to build a healthier, stronger and more empowered Arunachal Pradesh.