SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government has prepared a cabinet memorandum to provide compassionate appointments to the relatives of Anganwadi workers and helpers who die while in service, Minister for Social Welfare Sakina Itoo said on Monday. Addressing an awareness programme in Baramulla, Itoo said the proposal seeks to ensure that a family member of a deceased Anganwadi worker or helper gets priority for appointment without undergoing the process of a fresh advertisement. The minister acknowledged that Anganwadi workers and helpers continue to receive a low honorarium, but said successive governments led by the National Conference have taken steps to improve their welfare. Highlighting their contribution, Itoo said Anganwadi workers have continued to serve communities even during challenging times and play an important role in implementing welfare schemes at the grassroots level. She added that the government is also examining issues related to the service conditions of Anganwadi workers.