Anganwadi workers to stage indefinite strike from tomorrow

Key Points

1. Karnataka Rajya Anganwadi Naukarara Sangha to begin indefinite strike from December 1, 2025.
2. ICDS was launched in 1975.
3. Funding pattern reduced to 60:40 after NITI Aayog introduction.
4. Nearly 28 lakh anganwadi workers and helpers work for low honorarium.
5. Workers demand official celebration of ICDS's 50th anniversary.
6. Current honorarium for anganwadi workers is ₹2,700 and ₹1,350 for helpers.
7. Workers demand removal of Facial Recognition System (FRS) or Wi-Fi in all Anganwadi centers.