Anganwadi Union starts hunger strike in Muktsar

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Muktsar, Updated At : 07:33 AM Nov 13, 2024 IST

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Hargobind Kaur, the president of the All Punjab Anganwadi Employees’ Union, began a hunger strike outside the District Administrative Complex today, demanding action on several issues affecting anganwadi workers and helpers.

Hargobind, who is also the president of the Istri Akali Dal, outlined the union’s key demands, which include halting the supply of substandard rations to anganwadi centres, releasing employee arrears, and doubling the honorarium. She also called for the reinstatement of her services, which were terminated by the government. “I will continue my fast until all these demands are addressed,” she said.

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