#Anganwadi Workers

The Madhya Pradesh High Court directed the State to decide the pending representation of Anganwadi Workers Union for minimum wages within two months, emphasizing statutory duties and living wage requirements. The ruling reinforces the obligation of administrative authorities to dispose of representations in a time-bound manner, impacting thousands of Anganwadi workers across the state.

Tripura High Court reinforces that Anganwadi Workers and Helpers, holding statutory posts under the National Food Security Act, 2013, cannot be terminated due to centre relocation. The court mandates full honorarium payment during non-performance and re-engagement within four weeks, setting a precedent for protection of frontline workers under ICDS schemes.

Tripura High Court rules that Anganwadi workers and helpers are statutory employees under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, rejecting the State’s argument that they are honorary workers. The judgment entitles them to gratuity upon retirement, reinforcing social security protections for scheme-based workers.