Sanitary pad vending machines in autorickshaws in Bengaluru
2 months, 1 week ago

Sanitary pad vending machines in autorickshaws in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Did you get your period when you are outside and need a sanitary pad? Recently, Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy launched an initiative called ‘Kshema’ started by Sakriya Charitable Trust which has been working in the area of menstrual health, under which sanitary pads are made available in autorickshaws. As a start, around 10 autorickshaw drivers, including Azzu Sulthan of Auto Kannadiga fame, have installed sanitary pad vending machines in their vehicles. Instead of hunting for a medical shop and wasting some time in traffic, it is better to have sanitary pads readily available in public spaces. While our public and even office spaces are yet to take steps to make pads easily accessible, it is commendable that autorickshaw drivers have taken this step.

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Maintaining menstrual hygiene in times of Covid-19
4 years, 8 months ago

Maintaining menstrual hygiene in times of Covid-19

Hindustan Times  

Even though the lockdown is lifted, many have lost their livelihood and are barely able to make ends meet. NGOs are not only providing women with sanitary pads, but are also training them to make their own pads And Pushpa Bhau Khokane from Belaj in Maharashtra feels empowered, too. When we produce them, we help other women and also earn …

MP man turns 'padman', promotes menstrual hygiene
5 years, 4 months ago

MP man turns 'padman', promotes menstrual hygiene

India TV News  

Inspired by Akshay Kumar- starrer 'Padman', a 37-year-old resident of Khor village here set up a sanitary pad manufacturing unit, employing 15 women from the area. In a bid to educate women in his village about menstrual hygiene and provide cheap sanitary pads, Bhupendra Khoiwal set up a manufacturing unit in Khor village, 15 km from the district headquarters in …

Villager turns ‘padman’, promotes menstrual hygiene in Madhya Pradesh
5 years, 4 months ago

Villager turns ‘padman’, promotes menstrual hygiene in Madhya Pradesh

The Hindu  

Inspired by Akshay Kumar-starrer Padman, a 37-year-old resident of Khor village here set up a sanitary pad manufacturing unit, employing 15 women from the area. In a bid to educate women in his village about menstrual hygiene and provide cheap sanitary pads, Bhupendra Khoiwal set up a manufacturing unit in Khor village, 15 km from the district headquarters in Madhya …

60 sanitary pads vending machines installed at Sultanpur Lodhi
5 years, 4 months ago

60 sanitary pads vending machines installed at Sultanpur Lodhi

India TV News  

To promote menstrual hygiene among women pilgrims visiting this holy town, the Punjab government has set up 60 sanitary napkin vending machines at all key locations, an official said on Sunday. "To promote menstrual hygiene among women pilgrims as many as 60 sanitary pads vending machines have been installed at the all key location of the city to distribute free-of-cost …

Stree Swabhiman initiative's manual machine-spun pads could herald a sanitary napkin revolution in India
6 years, 7 months ago

Stree Swabhiman initiative's manual machine-spun pads could herald a sanitary napkin revolution in India

Firstpost  

“Gandhi ji chakha chala kar kapda banate they, hum charkha chala kar kapda hata denge. “The sanitary napkins are made from raw materials that are cheap and organic and the post-production cost is Rs 2.50 per pack,” said Mukesh Kumar, who runs the CSC in Ludhiana. “Unlike older schemes that roped in Asha and Anganwadi workers to distribute napkins, this …

Akshay Kumar-starrer Pad Man shows on-ground effects: India stands against the taboo
7 years, 1 month ago

Akshay Kumar-starrer Pad Man shows on-ground effects: India stands against the taboo

Hindustan Times  

While Akshay Kumar-starrer Pad Man continues ringing in success at the box office, there are several on-ground stories of people’s efforts to improve menstrual hygiene in the country, which are worth applauding. Better menstrual hygiene at hospitals: Patients can breathe a sigh of relief as five maternity hospitals in Mumbai including Malad Mother and Child hospital, Oshiwara, Bhandup and Marol …

Sanitary vending machines aim to restore dignity to homeless women around Australia
7 years, 9 months ago

Sanitary vending machines aim to restore dignity to homeless women around Australia

ABC  

Dealing with your monthly period when you have no money is just one of the harsh realities of life for homeless women. But charity organisation Share the Dignity is hoping to help women who cannot afford sanitary products by installing vending machines in cities around Australia that dispense free tampons and pads to those in need. Homeless women 'extremely resourceful' …

Why menstruation is a nightmare for many women in India
10 years, 9 months ago

Why menstruation is a nightmare for many women in India

Firstpost  

Not just health, but lack of menstrual hygiene management takes its toll on the education of young girls. We find a corner in the house, where the others can’t see, and then dry them.” Thus begins the plight of the Rohingya women in New Delhi where even a glimmer of sunlight to dry their sanitary cloths is difficult to find, …

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