A section of the Anganwadi workers have demanded the state government to immediately consider promotion of eligible graduate Anganwadi workers, regularise services and increase the honorarium to Rs 15000 per month.
The Assam State Anganwadi Workers and Helpers Union (ASAWHU) has announced a "Dispur Chalo" protest on March 21, demanding a wage hike and allocation of funds in the 2025-26 State Budget for Anganwadi workers.
The event was graced by Thomas A Sangma, Speaker of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, as the chief guest in the presence of Jagdish Chellani, Deputy Commissioner of West Garo Hills, among other officials.