Govt. Pushes for Stronger Child Development and Welfare Programs
Bengaluru |
Commitment to Departmental Progress and Accountability
Bengaluru | Women and Child Development Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar has urged all officials to work diligently towards the department’s progress, emphasizing accountability and quality in service delivery. She issued a stern warning that any negligence in monitoring the quality of supplementary nutrition supplied to Anganwadi centers would result in holding the respective deputy directors accountable.
“Officials must set aside complacency and focus on their responsibilities. Ensuring high standards in nutrition for children is non-negotiable,” Hebbalkar asserted during the departmental progress review meeting held on Friday.
Women and Child Development Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar has directed officials to ensure the successful implementation of Bal Bhavan programs at the district and taluk levels. The minister emphasized the importance of these initiatives in fostering children’s holistic development during a departmental progress review meeting held on Friday.
“Bal Bhavan programs are among the department’s key initiatives for children. It is essential to implement them effectively to benefit young minds across the state,” Hebbalkar stated during the meeting.
Reviving Bal Bhavan Programs Post-Pandemic
Bal Bhavan Chairman B.R. Naidu highlighted that many programs were put on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic. He stressed the need to revive and expand these initiatives to support children’s overall development.
“To strengthen Bal Bhavan and promote comprehensive child development, we must organize programs at both district and taluk levels,” Naidu advised the officials present at the meeting.
Investigation Ordered into Anganwadi Recruitment Irregularities in Bidar
In response to allegations of irregularities in the recruitment of Anganwadi workers and assistants in Bidar district, Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar has ordered an official investigation.
The directive was issued during a meeting with Anganwadi workers, where concerns were raised about potential misconduct in the hiring process. The minister assured a thorough probe to ensure transparency and fairness.
The meeting was attended by key officials, including Government Secretary Shamla Iqbal, Deputy Secretary Balaram, Minister’s Special Duty Officer B.H. Nischal, Department Director Raghavendra, and Joint Directors Pushpa Rair and M.G. Pali.
Stay tuned for further updates on the developments in the Women and Child Development Department’s initiatives.
Q&A
Q: What directive did Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar give regarding Bal Bhavan programs?
A: She instructed officials to ensure the successful implementation of Bal Bhavan programs at district and taluk levels to promote children’s holistic development.
Q: Why is there a focus on reviving Bal Bhavan programs?
A: Many programs were put on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic. Officials are now working on restoring and expanding these initiatives to benefit children across the state.
Q: What action has been taken regarding the alleged irregularities in Anganwadi recruitment in Bidar?
A: Minister Hebbalkar has ordered an investigation to ensure transparency in the hiring of Anganwadi workers and assistants.
Q: Who attended the Women and Child Development progress review meeting?
A: Key attendees included Government Secretary Shamla Iqbal, Deputy Secretary Balaram, Minister’s Special Duty Officer B.H. Nischal, Department Director Raghavendra, and Joint Directors Pushpa Rair and M.G. Pali.
