The monthly allowance of cook cum helpers working in the state under PM Poshan scheme has been increased by Rs.500.
In a press conference, Education Minister Ratanlal Nath announced the increase in this allowance.
Addressing a press conference at the civil secretariat, Minister for Education Ratanlal Nath said, around 11,107 cook cum helpers are working in various government, government-aided schools and Madrasas under the Education department.
They get monthly Rs. 1500 each the central government provides Rs. 900 and the state government shares Rs. 600.
“The state government has now decided to hike Rs. 500 of the cook cum helpers with effect from January 1, 2023.
