Anganwadi workers, helpers entitled to gratuity, rules SC

Anganwadi workers, helpers entitled to gratuity, rules SC: The Supreme Court ruled Monday that anganwadi workers and volunteers who look after the nutritional needs of 158 million children, whom the government refers to as the country's "future resource," are entitled to gratuity, a form of basic social security. The apex court directed the Gujarat government to clear the gratuity dues with 10 per cent interest within three months. The apex court also said that the central and state governments should be ready to improve the service condit      Read More