Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Advocates for Anganwadi Workers' Rights

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to increase the honorarium for Anganwadi workers and ASHAs. She emphasized their essential roles and the challenges they face, advocating for their recognition as government employees, better pay, and improved working conditions.

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has made a formal request to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to enhance the honorarium for Anganwadi workers and helpers across the nation.

In a letter, the Congress representative for Wayanad emphasized the critical contributions of these workers in facilitating government services, including vaccination efforts and primary healthcare support.

Gandhi Vadra highlighted the financial hardships these workers endure, arguing that classifying them merely as volunteers undermines their invaluable service. She urged the Prime Minister to address their demands for improved pay, recognition, and benefits.

(With inputs from agencies.)