In a massive boost to rural infrastructure, Deputy Chief Minister Parvathi Parida virtually inaugurated 1,889 new Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) across the state.
Spearheaded by the Women and Child Development Department in collaboration with the Panchayati Raj Department, this initiative aims to build a "beautiful, efficient, and strong" foundation for the next generation.
Joining the ceremony in Bhubaneswar, Minister Ravi Narayan Naik emphasized that these centers are vital for shaping a "Developed Odisha" by 2036. During the event, the Deputy CM interacted with officials from districts including Balasore, Ganjam, Cuttack, Angul, and Deogarh to review operational progress.
Impact at a Glance:
Target Groups: Children, pregnant women, and postnatal mothers.
Key Services: A centralized hub for nutrition, early childhood education, and health awareness.
Vision: Strengthening grassroots welfare through inter-departmental synergy.
These newly minted centers represent a critical step toward ensuring that every child in Odisha has the resources to thrive and contribute to the state's future.