Anganwadi workers serve children eggs, take them back after photo-op
Two Anganwadi workers in Karnataka's Koppal district were suspended after a video of them serving eggs to children and then taking them back went viral. The workers, identified as Lakshmi and Shainaza Begum, were seen in the video serving eggs to children, filming the act, and then removing the eggs from the plates. After the videos went viral, the women and child welfare department officer issued an order to Anganwadi school workers and staff in Gundur village, TV9 Kannada reported.
Eggs are a compulsory part of meals in Anganwadi centers
Eggs are a compulsory part of meals in Anganwadi centers and are provided by the government. Anganwadi centers serve meals under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. The meals are designed to provide beneficiaries with at least 500 calories per day, as well as adequate carbohydrates, protein, fat, and veggies. The meal differs based on age group.
