Ranchi, April 13, 2026: Usha Martin University, in collaboration with Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, organised an awareness programme on girls’ menstrual health and hygiene at the Damodar Block Auditorium.
Students from Kasturba Gandhi Girls School and Usha Martin University attended the programme. It began with registration, followed by a welcome address and inauguration ceremony.
Prof. Dr. Madhulika Kaushik, Vice-Chancellor, addressed the participants virtually and highlighted the need for correct information, awareness, and open discussion on menstrual health.
The sessions covered adolescent reproductive health, menstrual hygiene practices, safe use and disposal of sanitary products, nutrition during menstruation, and common myths and facts. Subject experts conducted the sessions with practical demonstrations.
An interactive question-and-answer session provided a safe and open space for students to raise concerns and seek clarification. The programme also included testimonial sharing, which encouraged participants to express personal experiences and learn from one another.
As part of the outreach effort, sanitary pads and hygiene kits were distributed among participants, along with informative IEC materials to reinforce learning beyond the session.
The programme focused on several key outcomes, including a clearer understanding of menstrual cycles, awareness of hygiene practices, recognition of health issues requiring medical attention, and the importance of nutrition in reproductive health. It also aimed to build confidence among young girls to speak openly about menstruation without hesitation or stigma.
The programme was attended by Pro Vice-Chancellor Prof. Milind, Registrar Dr. Shiv Pratap Verma, Campus Director and Dean Academics Prof. B.N. Sinha, Dr. Anil Kumar Mishra, Finance Officer Ms. Renu Lal, Training and Placement Officer Dr. Priyanka Pallavi, along with faculty members from various departments. Dr. Sunil Kumar and Ms. Shailza Nimmi Guria coordinated the programme. The event concluded with a vote of thanks and group interaction.
