SCHEME-BASED WORKERS, THE STRUGGLE FOR AN IDENTITY

Scheme-based workers (SBWs), like Anganwadi workers, ASHAs, and Mid-Day Meal workers, demand recognition as workers, minimum wages, and social security. Despite their critical role in government schemes, they earn meager honorariums. Through strikes, legal battles, and social dialogue, SBWs fight for justice, but face government resistance citing high costs and policy challenges.