Madhya Pradesh Pioneers Cash for Sanitary Napkins Scheme

The state of Madhya Pradesh, under the leadership of Dr Mohan Yadav, has taken a revolutionary step in addressing menstrual health and hygiene. In a first-of-its-kind move in India, the state government has launched a scheme to provide cash directly to adolescent girls for purchasing sanitary napkins. This innovative approach sets Madhya Pradesh apart from other states that typically distribute free sanitary napkins.