Chennai Amma Unavagam Workers' Salary Hike: Daily Wages May Increase to ₹400

The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) council has passed a resolution proposing to increase the daily wages of women Self-Help Group (SHG) members working at Amma Unavagams from ₹325 to ₹400. The proposed Amma Unavagam workers` salary hike is subject to the required government and council approvals.

The proposed revision could benefit thousands of women working in Chennai`s subsidised food canteens, which provide affordable meals to the public.

Amma Unavagam Workers` Daily Wages to Increase by ₹75

Under the proposal, the daily wages of Amma Unavagam workers will increase by ₹75, representing a hike of approximately 23%. However, the revised wages will be disbursed only after the necessary approvals are obtained.

Around 2,848 women Self-Help Group members are employed across 382 Amma Unavagams operating in the 15 zones of the Greater Chennai Corporation.

What Do Amma Unavagam Workers Do?

Women working at Amma Unavagams perform several essential duties, including:

- Preparing and cooking food.

- Distributing meals to customers.

- Maintaining kitchen cleanliness.

- Preparing ingredients and arrangements for the following day`s menu.

Their work supports the daily operations of the subsidised canteens across Chennai.

CPI Demands Equal Wages for Breakfast Scheme Workers

Communist Party of India (CPI) councillor M. Renuka welcomed the proposed wage increase. However, the party also highlighted differences in the wages paid to other essential workers.

The CPI has demanded that women Self-Help Group members working under the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister`s breakfast scheme receive daily wages comparable to those proposed for Amma Unavagam workers.

The demand highlights the need for fair compensation for women involved in food preparation and distribution under government-supported programmes.

Amma Unavagam Salary Hike: Key Details

Existing daily wage: ₹325

Proposed daily wage: ₹400

Daily wage increase: ₹75

Percentage increase: Approximately 23.08%

Women workers: 2,848

Amma Unavagams: 382

Operating zones: 15 Chennai Corporation zones

Current status: Subject to the required approvals

When Will the Revised Wages Come Into Effect?

The proposed salary revision has received the GCC council`s approval through a resolution. Howowever, implementation remains subject to the required government and council approvals. An official implementation date has not been specified in the information available.

Amma Unavagam workers and their representatives will have to await further announcements regarding the revised wage structure.

The proposed increase is an important development for women working in Chennai`s subsidised food canteens, while the demand for equal wages for breakfast scheme workers remains a separate issue under consideration.