Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Government of India, Smt. Savitri Thakur, visited the Anganwadi Centre (AWC) at Sethi Nagar, Indore, Madhya Pradesh today as part of an outreach and field inspection initiative. She was accompanied by a national media delegation, senior officials from the Ministry, representatives from the local administration, and key stakeholders from the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS).
During the visit, the Minister closely reviewed the services being provided at the AWC and engaged with Anganwadi Workers (AWWs), beneficiaries, and local community members. The interaction offered valuable insights into the on-ground impact of nutrition, health, and early childhood education interventions aimed at improving the well-being of women and children.
Smt. Thakur commended the ongoing transformation of Anganwadi Centres through upgraded infrastructure, the adoption of digital innovations like the Poshan Tracker, and comprehensive training for frontline workers. She emphasized that Anganwadis are evolving beyond basic nutrition delivery points to become vibrant hubs for early childhood care, development, and learning — fully aligned with the vision of Saksham Anganwadi under the Poshan 2.0 framework.
Reaffirming the Government's strong commitment to strengthening Anganwadi infrastructure and ensuring last-mile service delivery, the Minister stressed the crucial role these centres play in achieving a malnutrition-free India. She described Anganwadis as vital instruments of social justice, supporting the growth and development of the nation’s future generations.
Speaking to the media, Smt. Thakur reflected on the significant strides made over the past 11 years under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. She highlighted the Government’s sustained efforts to safeguard and empower women and children, covering areas from safe childbirth and girls’ education to financial inclusion and legal protection. “This decade has laid a strong foundation for a New India led by Nari Shakti,” she stated.
The Minister also outlined the landmark achievements of the past 11 years, emphasizing the Government’s multi-pronged approach to empower and uplift women and children through a wide range of nationally implemented schemes and programs.