Sonia Gandhi Advocates for Empowerment of Women Frontline Workers

Sonia Gandhi addressed the challenges faced by women frontline workers like ASHA and anganwadi workers in the Rajya Sabha. She urged the government to increase their pay, fill ICDS vacancies, and boost support for these essential roles, highlighting the importance of their work for India's future.

Sonia Gandhi, senior Congress leader, raised concerns about the plight of women frontline workers in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday. She called for a significant increase in their pay and urged the government to address nearly 3 lakh vacancies in the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS).

During her address, Gandhi highlighted the essential public services provided by ASHA and anganwadi workers, emphasizing their low remuneration and lack of social security. She noted that ASHA workers manage crucial health tasks, yet remain undervalued as volunteers.

Gandhi pressed for coordinated efforts with state governments to fill existing vacancies, ensure timely pay, and expand workforce in line with community needs, reinforcing these roles as pivotal investments for India's future.

(With inputs from agencies.)