Maharashtra - Menstrual Hygiene Management Day Report 2025

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This comprehensive report from Maharashtra provides detailed insights into menstrual hygiene management initiatives and practices implemented under the Swachh Bharat Mission framework. Published in 2025, the document captures the journey, challenges, and achievements in implementing sustainable sanitation solutions across the region. This document focuses on menstrual hygiene management initiatives including awareness campaigns, accessibility of sanitary products, and breaking social taboos around menstruation. It covers school-based MHM programs, community awareness activities, and the integration of MHM into Swachh Bharat Mission activities. The report highlights the role of various stakeholders including government departments, NGOs, and community organizations in promoting menstrual health and hygiene. It presents successful models and best practices from different states. Key highlights from the report include: - MHM Day, or Menstrual Hygiene Management Day, observed - annually on May 28th, is a crucial platform to raise awareness about - the importance of good menstrual hygiene management practices. - In India, this observance holds particular significance, as it aligns - with the broader objectives of the Swachh Bharat Mission, a - nationwide campaign initiated by the Indian government in 2014 to The report serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders working in the sanitation and waste management sector. It provides evidence-based insights, successful models, and scalable solutions that can be replicated across different regions for achieving sustainable sanitation outcomes.