Williamnagar, May 27 -- Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma handed over smartphones to Anganwadi workers at a programme held at St George Higher Secondary School in Samanda, East Garo Hills district on Tuesday.
Sangma said the smartphones would enhance the performance and services of Anganwadi workers.
The Ministry of Women and Child Development had funded Rs. 6 crore for the purchase of 6,162 smartphones for the workers, supporting them in their critical roles.
"The phones will bridge the digital divide and improve service delivery," he told the Anganwadi workers from various parts of East Garo Hills district, who received the smartphones.
Social Welfare Minister Paul Lyngdoh and PHE Minister Marcuise Marak were also present.
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