On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Anganwadi workers were honoured for their outstanding work at a programme organised at a city hotel. The Chief Guest, Leena Johri, Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Women and Child Development, felicitated the Anganwadi workers. During the programme, health check-ups of the Anganwadi workers were conducted, and a stall showcasing learning materials prepared at the local level for children was also set up.
The event was organised by Sesame Workshop India Trust with the support of Marico Limited. The programme was supported under Nihar Shanti Pathshala Funwala, a Marico CSR initiative.

Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Leena Johri stated that Anganwadi workers play a significant role in strengthening children’s health, nutrition, and early education in rural areas. She emphasized that Anganwadi workers are the backbone of all health and nutrition-related programmes and that the day was dedicated to recognising and honouring their valuable contribution.

Sonali Khan, Managing Trustee, Sesame Workshop India Trust, shared that a programme is being implemented in Bahraich in collaboration with Anganwadi workers as part of the Early Childhood Development initiative. Under this programme, efforts are being made to strengthen Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) in 100 Anganwadi centres across Bahraich district for young children. She added that with the support of the government and development partners, the quality of early education at Anganwadi centres can be further improved.

On this occasion, Deputy Director Seraj Ahmad, Satya Naidu, CSR Manager at Marico Limited, and Vimal Singh, CDPO, Huzoorpur, were also present.

During the programme, 30 Anganwadi workers from Bahraich were felicitated for their exemplary work. These workers have made significant contributions towards promoting pre-school education, increasing parental participation, and ensuring the holistic development of children.

The Anganwadi workers also shared their experiences during the event. Additionally, a free health check-up camp was organised for the participants, where their health screenings were conducted.

This initiative marks an important step towards strengthening early childhood education at Anganwadi centres and enhancing community trust through collaboration between the government and development partners.