Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister, Pravati Parida, overseeing the Women and Child Development portfolio, highlighted the state government’s focus on establishing “Sundar, Sakhyam, Sudrudha” Anganwadi centres. In a significant move, 1,889 newly built Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) were virtually inaugurated across all 30 districts of the state. This initiative aims to enhance early childhood care, nutrition services, and preschool education at the grassroots level.
During the event in Bhubaneswar, State Rural Development Minister Rabi Narayan Naik joined Parida to emphasize the government’s dedication to creating quality and inclusive infrastructure for children and women. Parida stressed the importance of ensuring that each Anganwadi centre embodies the qualities of being “Sundar, Sakhyam, Sudrudha,” signifying improved facilities and service delivery.
Deputy Chief Minister Parida engaged with district administrations from various districts, including Balasore, Ganjam, and Cuttack, to assess the progress of Anganwadi infrastructure projects. The focus was on timely completion and effective implementation to maximize benefits at the grassroots level. Minister Naik commended the efforts of the Women and Child Development Department, foreseeing a pivotal role for children enrolled in Anganwadi centres in shaping Odisha’s development by 2036.
Officials from the WCD Department highlighted the successful collaboration between the Women and Child Development Department and the Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department. This partnership facilitated the establishment of the Anganwadi centres, ensuring efficient execution and broader outreach across the state.
