Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a large-scale recruitment drive to strengthen the state’s Anganwadi system, with plans to hire 5,000 Anganwadi workers and 60,000 helpers this year.
The move is aimed at improving the delivery of nutrition, healthcare, and early childhood services under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. Officials said the recruitment will help address staff shortages and ensure better outreach, particularly in rural and underserved areas.
Highlighting the importance of Anganwadi centres, the Chief Minister stressed their role in supporting the health and development of children, as well as providing essential services to pregnant women and new mothers. Strengthening this network, he noted, is key to improving overall community well-being.
The state government is expected to streamline the recruitment process to ensure transparency and timely appointments. Once completed, the expanded workforce is likely to enhance service delivery and bring greater efficiency to grassroots welfare programmes.
