Sanitary Napkin Scheme
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Health & Wellness,Medicine and health products,Menstrual hygiene
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scheme aims to provide sanitary napkins to adolescent girls and women at subsidized rates through Anganwadi centres across the state. Under this scheme, sanitary napkins are made available to adolescent girls and women at a cost of ₹6.00 through Anganwadi centres.
Benefit Type
In Kind
Eligibility Criteria
All adolescent girls and women are eligible to purchase sanitary napkins at subsidized rates from Anganwadi centres.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
Sanitary napkins can be purchased at subsidized rates from Anganwadi centres.
Required Documents
- - No documents are required.
- Note: Beneficiaries can directly approach their nearest Anganwadi centre to purchase sanitary napkins.
FAQs
Who can benefit from this scheme?
All adolescent girls and women are eligible to benefit from this scheme.
What is the cost of sanitary napkins under the scheme?
Sanitary napkins are available at a subsidized cost of ₹6.00.
Where can I buy these sanitary napkins?
You can buy sanitary napkins from your nearest Anganwadi centre.
Is there any income limit to avail this benefit?
No, there is no income limit; all adolescent girls and women can purchase sanitary napkins.
Is the scheme available throughout the year?
Yes, sanitary napkins are available at Anganwadi centres throughout the year.
Can a woman buy multiple packs at once?
Yes, subject to availability at the Anganwadi centre.
Can women from both rural and urban areas benefit from this scheme?
Yes, the scheme covers all Anganwadi centres across the state, benefiting both rural and urban women.