Protest Outside Deputy Commissioner Office
Anganwadi workers staged a protest outside the Deputy Commissioner's office in Fatehgarh Sahib on Friday, accusing the Punjab government of not fulfilling its promise to regularise their services. Members of the Anganwadi Employees’ Union wore black clothes as a mark of protest.
Union President Alleges Inaction
Union president Harjit Kaur Panjola alleged that despite several rounds of talks, no concrete decision had been taken on their demands. The union is seeking increased honorarium, annual increments, promotions, permanent appointment, and pension and gratuity benefits.
The protest highlights the ongoing struggle of anganwadi workers in Punjab, who have been demanding better working conditions and job security for years. The workers play a crucial role in the state's nutrition and childcare programs.
Demands and Next Steps
The union's demands include regularisation of their services, which would provide them with job security and benefits such as pensions. The workers have threatened to intensify their protest if the government does not address their grievances soon.
