Tamil Nadu Shocker: Anganwadi Worker Caught on Camera Covering Crying Child With Plastic Bag, Arrested After Disturbing Video Goes Viral
An anganwadi worker in Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi district was arrested after a viral video allegedly showed her covering a crying child with a sack at a centre in Pavoorchatram. Following a complaint by the child's mother and an inquiry by ICDS officials, the worker was suspended and later arrested. Authorities say the investigation confirmed the incident.
An anganwadi worker in Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi district has been arrested after a video allegedly showed her covering a crying child with a sack at an anganwadi centre in Pavoorchatram. The incident came to light after the video circulated widely on social media, prompting complaints and an official inquiry.
Authorities confirmed that the worker, identified as Kalaiselvi, was suspended following an investigation by officials of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS). A police case was subsequently registered based on a complaint filed by the child's mother. Tamil Nadu Shocker: Man Murders 21-Year-Old Wife in Tiruvallur After Lover’s Insistence, Attempts to Fake Death As Accident; Police Expose Plot.
Anganwadi Worker Arrested After Viral Video Shows Child Covered With Sack
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The video, which began circulating online on Thursday, reportedly shows the anganwadi worker admonishing a child for crying before covering the child with a sack and then removing it. The footage triggered concern among local residents and child welfare advocates, with many questioning the treatment of children at the centre.
Following the video's circulation, social activist Selvaraja from Surandai submitted a representation to the district administration seeking immediate action. Firozabad Horror: Man Repeatedly Slams Toddler To Ground, Kills Him As He Saw Him As Barrier to Relationship With Mother (Disturbing Video).
In his representation to the district collector, Selvaraja alleged that the child had been subjected to harassment and called for a thorough inquiry into the incident. He also urged officials to intervene and ensure the safety and well-being of children attending anganwadi centres. The complaint prompted district authorities to initiate an official investigation into the matter.
According to officials, an inquiry conducted by the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) confirmed that the incident had taken place. The worker involved was identified as Kalaiselvi and was suspended from service pending further action. Authorities said the inquiry findings were reviewed before disciplinary and legal measures were initiated.
Tenkasi Collector Ranjeet Singh said the incident occurred on Thursday and immediate action was taken after officials verified the allegations. “A formal police complaint was filed by the child’s mother on Thursday. Subsequently, the anganwadi worker was arrested on Friday morning,” he added.
Police have not yet disclosed additional details regarding the charges filed in the case. The incident has renewed attention on child safety and supervision standards at anganwadi centres, which provide early childhood care, nutrition and educational support to young children across India.
Officials have indicated that appropriate procedures were followed after the complaint was received and that further action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation. The case remains under inquiry.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jun 07, 2026 11:05 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
