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Government Introduces "National Menstrual Hygiene Policy 2025" in Lok Sabha.

National | Dated: 16 Dec 2025

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has introduced the "National Menstrual Hygiene Policy 2025" in the Lok Sabha. The policy aims to ensure universal access to safe, affordable, and eco-friendly menstrual hygiene products for all women and adolescent girls. It also focuses on breaking social taboos and ensuring proper disposal mechanisms for menstrual waste.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The policy mandates the installation of sanitary pad vending machines and incinerators in all government schools and colleges by 2027.
  • It introduces a "Menstrual Leave" framework for female employees in organized sectors, encouraging workplaces to be more inclusive.
  • A dedicated budgetary allocation of Rs 2,500 crore has been proposed for the implementation of this policy.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Policy: National Menstrual Hygiene Policy 2025.
  • Key Mandate: Pad Vending Machines in Schools.
  • Budget: Rs 2,500 Crore.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which ministry introduced the "National Menstrual Hygiene Policy 2025" focusing on safe access and waste disposal?

Correct Answer: Ministry of Health

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Ministry of Health

  • Minister – J.P. Nadda
  • MoS – Anupriya Patel