about Tripura Kishori Suchita Abhiyan
“Tripura Kishori Suchita Abhiyan, also known as the Free Sanitary Napkin Scheme, is a revolutionary initiative taken by the tripura government to empower and educate young girls about menstrual hygiene. The scheme aims to distribute free sanitary pads to schoolgirls to promote healthy and hygienic practices during menstruation. The program seeks to break the taboo around menstruation and start an open and honest conversation about the topic. We believe that menstrual hygiene is a fundamental right and this scheme is a very important step towards ensuring that, all girls have access to the resources they need to maintain their health and well-being.
Objectives of Tripura Kishori Suchita Abhiyan:
The main objective of the Tripura Kishori Suchita Abhiyan scheme is to ensure that every girl in the state has access to proper sanitation facilities. Other objectives of the scheme include:
- To provide comprehensive healthcare services to adolescent girls and women in Tripura.
- To improve the nutritional status of adolescent girls and women.
- To promote education and life skills among adolescent girls and women.
- To create awareness about reproductive health and hygiene.
- To empower adolescent girls and women with the necessary knowledge and skills.
- To improve the overall well-being of adolescent girls and women in Tripura.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Tripura Kishori Suchita Abhiyan scheme, girls must meet the following criteria:
- Residency: The scheme is only for girls who are permanent residents of Tripura.
- School Attendance: The scheme is for girls who are currently studying in school, from 6th to 12th grade.
- School Location: Only schools located in Tripura are eligible to receive free sanitary napkins from the state government.
Benefits Of The Scheme
The benefits of the Tripura Kishori Suchita Abhiyan scheme are as follows:
It is common knowledge, that poor menstrual hygiene can lead to serious reproductive tract infections and even infertility, which can have a significant impact on a girl’s life. Moreover, girls who are unable to manage their periods properly may experience low confidence and school absenteeism, which can negatively impact their education and future prospects.
To address these challenges, the program will provide free sanitary napkins to all school-going adolescent girls each month. With a budget of Rs 4.02 crore, the program aims to reach 1,68,252 girls in the region. The distribution of sanitary napkins will take place through schools, with each girl receiving one packet of six napkins.
This program is a crucial step towards promoting menstrual hygiene and empowering girls with the necessary tools and resources to manage their periods with confidence. By providing free sanitary napkins, the program aims to reduce the financial burden on families and ensure that girls do not miss school due to a lack of proper menstrual hygiene facilities. It is a commendable effort that has the potential to positively impact the lives of countless adolescent girls in Tripura.
Application
To ensure that every girl child in Tripura benefits from the Tripura Kishori Suchita Abhiyan program, all schools in the region will take responsibility for its implementation. Parents and guardians do not need to apply separately for this program as it will be delivered directly through the schools. Schools will have the responsibility for the distribution of free sanitary napkins to all school-going adolescent girls every month. This program is designed to promote menstrual hygiene and empower girls with the tools and resources they need to manage their periods with confidence.