Kerala launches WOMN scheme providing three sanitary napkins per packet for ₹10
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Why in news
The Kerala government launched the WOMN scheme to provide affordable sanitary napkins and incinerators at KSRTC bus terminals to facilitate easier travel for women.
Background
The WOMN scheme provides three sanitary napkins per packet for ₹10. It is being implemented in collaboration with HLL Lifecare with an initial allocation of ₹16 lakh for 14 terminals.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeWOMN: A Kerala state initiative providing sanitary napkins at KSRTC bus terminals
- FactWOMN scheme provides 3 sanitary napkins per packet for ₹10
- BodyHLL Lifecare: Partnering with Kerala government for the WOMN initiative
- PlaceThampanoor: Location of the KSRTC bus terminal where the scheme was inaugurated
For Mains
Q. Discuss how targeted infrastructure and subsidized menstrual hygiene products can contribute to improving women's mobility and socio-economic participation in rural and semi-urban India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Lack of incinerators and vending machines in public transport hubs
- Affordability barrier: Impact of high menstrual product costs on women's mobility
- Public health integration: Linking menstrual hygiene with safe public transport infrastructure
Keywords: Menstrual Hygiene Management · Women's Mobility · Public Infrastructure · Subsidized Services · Gender-sensitive Governance
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