Anganwadi workers and helpers play a crucial role in the care, nutrition and overall development of women and children. (Image: PTI) Show Quick Read Summary is AI Generated. Newsroom Reviewed

The Maharashtra government has announced that it will provide Rs 2,000 each as a gift to anganwadi workers and helpers serving under the Integrated Child Development Services scheme this Diwali.

Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare told PTI, that the government has sanctioned Rs 40.61 crore for the initiative.

"A government resolution to this effect has been issued on Thursday," Tatkare added.

"Anganwadi workers and helpers play a crucial role in the care, nutrition and overall development of women and children. To acknowledge their dedicated service and add joy to the festive s

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