There is the invisible driving force behind the Shining story of the country. It was said that, there are nearly 43.3 crore workers in unorganized sector, of which women make up an overwhelming 95.9%. The government, as the largest employer, has on its rolls the services of 41.39 lakh women who are supposed to receive an average of Rs 100 per day.

These include anganwadi workers, mid-day meal workers and accredited social health activists. In short, they are the hands and feet of the social sector.

Published Date : Tuesday, 8/3/2011 1:40 PM IST