Morigaon, June 8 -- Assam Water Resources, Information and Public Relations Minister Pijush Hazarika on Sunday formally distributed smartphones to Anganwadi workers of Morigaon district in a special function held at the District Library Auditorium.

He was joined by Kaushik Rai, Guardian Minister of the district. The distribution programme, organised by the District Women and Child Welfare Department under the POSHAN Abhiyaan, benefited Anganwadi workers and helpers of 2137 AWCs across the district.

Speaking on the occasion, Minister Hazarika emphasised the vital contribution of Anganwadi workers and helpers in shaping a healthy society.

"These frontline workers are the backbone of early childhood care and maternal health, playing a piv...