Lucknow: Anganwadi workers and helpers, who received their increased honorarium this month, thanked the state govt for releasing the additional funds just before Diwali, saying that not only did it ease their household budgets, but it also helped them meet festival-related expenses and family needs.Anganwadi worker Pooja said that the increase had brought significant relief to her family. “Earlier, managing household expenses while meeting the educational and other needs of children was difficult on a limited income. With additional earnings every month, managing the household budget has now become easier,” she said, adding that it enabled her to purchase essential items for her children, prepare for festivals and save some money.Govt has increased the monthly honorarium of Anganwadi workers from Rs 8,000 to Rs 12,000 and that of helpers from Rs 4,000 to Rs 6,000. The move has benefitted 1,75,982 workers and 1,70,656 helpers.Govt has also extended cashless medical treatment benefits of up to Rs 5 lakh annually to the families of Anganwadi workers and helpers. They are now being provided three sarees instead of two.
