Saksham Gudiya Board Hails Government Move to Raise Anganwadi Pay

State Saksham Gudiya Board Vice-Chairperson Aruna Mahajan has expressed her heartfelt gratitude to CM Sukhu for the decision to increase the monthly honorarium of Anganwadi workers and helpers, calling it a significant step toward women’s empowerment and social security. Under the revised structure, the monthly honorarium for Anganwadi workers has been raised from Rs. 10,500 to Rs. 11,500, while for helpers, it has been increased from Rs. 5,800 to Rs. 6,800, benefiting thousands of personnel across the state.

Highlighting their vital role at the grassroots level in maternal and child health, nutrition, and the effective implementation of welfare schemes, Mahajan noted that successive budgets under the current government have consistently raised their pay. Comparing figures from 2023–24 to 2026–27, the total monthly honorarium for workers has risen by Rs. 2,000 and for helpers by Rs. 1,600, reflecting the administration’s steady commitment to their financial well-being.

In addition, she lauded the Chief Minister for raising the annual income eligibility limit from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 75,000 for widowed, destitute, and single women applying for Anganwadi positions, stating that this sensitive modification will open up wider employment opportunities for more deserving candidates.