Punjab Newsline | Chandigarh
Punjab Cabinet Minister for Social Security, Women and Child Development, Dr Baljit Kaur, on Tuesday assured representatives of various Anganwadi Workers' and Helpers' unions that all genuine demands related to their welfare and service conditions would be addressed on priority through a transparent and time-bound process.
Chairing a meeting with union representatives at her office in the Punjab Civil Secretariat, Dr Baljit Kaur said the government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, was committed to the welfare of all sections of society, with a particular focus on women's empowerment and strengthening child welfare services across Punjab.
During the meeting, the minister patiently heard the concerns, demands and suggestions raised by representatives of the Anganwadi unions. The discussions were held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere, reflecting the government's commitment to maintaining dialogue with its frontline workforce.
Dr Baljit Kaur assured the representatives that issues falling within the department's jurisdiction would be resolved expeditiously. Matters requiring consideration at the government level would also be taken up on priority to ensure an early and appropriate resolution.
Highlighting the crucial role played by Anganwadi Workers and Helpers in delivering grassroots-level welfare services, the minister said they were the backbone of the state's women and child welfare system.
"Our Anganwadi Workers and Helpers are the backbone of grassroots women and child welfare services. Their dedication touches the lives of countless mothers and children every day. The Punjab Government values their contribution and remains fully committed to protecting their dignity, addressing their genuine concerns and creating a supportive working environment," she said.
The minister also directed the concerned officials to examine all genuine issues promptly and maintain regular communication with the unions to ensure that deserving demands were resolved without unnecessary delays.
The meeting was attended by MLAs Jagdeep Kamboj Goldy and Narinder Pal Singh Sawna, Principal Secretary of Social Security, Women and Child Development Gurkirat Kirpal Singh, Director Dr Shena Aggarwal, and other senior departmental officers.
