Union Minister Piyush Goyal Promotes Menstrual Awareness with Free Pad Distribution
Free Sanitary Pad Distribution for 50,000 Girls in Mumbai’s Municipal Schools
Correspondent,
Mumbai, March 18, 2025: The central focus of today’s event is these young girls. Simply distributing sanitary pads will not solve the issue; raising awareness about menstruation is extremely necessary. Union Minister Piyush Goyal directed municipal officials to provide 20 sanitary pads per month to students in North Mumbai’s municipal schools.
To mark International Women’s Day, a program on menstruation and hygiene was organized at Mumbai Public School, located at MG Cross Road No. 1 in Kandivali West. Piyush Goyal addressed the gathering at the event.
“There are approximately 50,000 girls in Mumbai’s municipal schools. Instructions have been given to the municipality to ensure sanitary pads reach them. Menstrual hygiene is an essential step in empowering girls and ensuring that their education continues uninterrupted. This initiative is not just about distributing sanitary pads but also about spreading awareness and building confidence,” said Piyush Goyal.
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal launched the sanitary pad distribution initiative for students in North Mumbai, ensuring free access to menstrual hygiene products. The objective of this initiative is to provide sanitary pads to all girls in Mumbai’s municipal schools and raise awareness about menstrual hygiene. Speaking at the event, Piyush Goyal emphasized the need to eliminate misconceptions about menstruation and provide young girls with essential hygiene products.
The event was attended by government officials, teachers, health experts, and social leaders, who discussed the importance of menstrual hygiene.
Key Highlights of the Event:
• Free sanitary pads provided to girls across Mumbai’s municipal schools.
• Awareness sessions conducted to educate young girls on menstrual hygiene.
This initiative received significant support from students, parents, and teachers, who appreciated the effort to encourage open discussions on menstrual hygiene in society. The distribution initiative will continue in phases to ensure that needy students consistently receive sanitary products.
This program marks a significant step towards addressing menstrual hygiene issues and creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for young students in Mumbai.
