Anganwadi Personnel Play a Crucial Role in Taking Government Schemes to the Last Mile
Outstanding Anganwadi Workers and Helpers Honoured for Their Excellent Service
Raipur, November 2026 : “An Anganwadi is not merely a centre but a child's first school. Workers and helpers lay the foundation for a safe, healthy and well-nourished future for children.” Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Minister Laxmi Rajwade made this statement at an honouring ceremony for Anganwadi workers and helpers held at the Circuit House in Civil Lines.
At the programme organised under the aegis of the Women and Child Development Department, Raipur district, Anganwadi workers and helpers who had delivered outstanding services at the grassroots level were honoured by the chief guest and other dignitaries. The contribution of Anganwadi personnel towards achieving the goal of ‘Nourished Childhood, Prosperous Chhattisgarh’ was appreciated on the occasion. Those present at the programme also took a pledge to prevent child marriage.
Minister Rajwade said Anganwadi workers and helpers perform important responsibilities ranging from caring for pregnant women to ensuring children's nutrition, health check-ups, vaccination and early education. They play a significant role in taking government schemes to every village and household.
Even in remote villages and difficult circumstances, their spirit of service and dedication ensure that children and mothers receive essential services, she said.
The Minister said building a safe, healthy and happy future for children was a collective responsibility. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, the State Government is continuously working in the areas of women’s welfare, child development and nutrition.
Initiatives such as the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, the Malnutrition-Free Chhattisgarh Campaign and ‘Har Ghar Munga’ are being implemented to bring positive changes, she said.
“Our commitment is to ensure that no child suffers from malnutrition and every pregnant woman receives proper nutrition and healthcare facilities,” Rajwade said.
Congratulating the honoured workers and helpers, the Minister said the ceremony was an opportunity to recognise their hard work, sacrifice and dedication to public service. She urged them to continue working with the same energy and commitment towards securing a better future for children and mothers.
Dr Varnika Sharma, Chairperson of the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, attended the ceremony as the special guest.
Raipur Zila Panchayat Chairperson Naveen Agrawal, Vice-Chairperson Sandeep Yadu, Women and Child Development Department Chairperson Shail Mahendra Sahu, District Programme Officer Shail Thakur, along with a large number of Anganwadi workers and helpers, were also present.
