Berhampur: TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) has successfully implemented a large-scale Menstrual Health and Hygiene (MHH) Awareness Program across southern Odisha. The program covered eight districts and reached more than 10 thousand adolescent girls and women.
The initiative was implemented across eight districts – Ganjam, Gajapati, Koraput, Boudh, Kandhamal, Malkangiri, Rayagada and Nabarangpur. In total, 77 sessions were organised, with Ganjam recording the highest number at 12, followed by Koraput with 11 and Malkangiri with 10 sessions. Gajapati, Kandhamal, Nabarangpur and Rayagada hosted 9 sessions each, while Boudh conducted 8 sessions, reflecting balanced coverage across operational areas.The sessions were facilitated by trained professionals including doctors, Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), nurses, NGO representatives and community health workers.
Several community-based sessions were also organised to reach out-of-school girls and women with the support of Gram Panchayat Level Federations (GPLFs), Self Help Groups, Community Resource Persons (CRPs) and Master Book Keepers (MBKs).
To reinforce hygienic practices, menstrual hygiene materials were distributed during the sessions. The kits included reusable sanitary pads with covers, hand towels, liquid soap or sanitizer and informational leaflets, while disposable sanitary pads were distributed to participants and complete kits were provided to actively participating students.The program recorded 10,110 participants.
TPSODL CEO Amit Kumar Garg said, “Through such initiatives, TPSODL aims to encourage informed discussions and promote safe menstrual practices among communities. We are committed to reaching even the most remote and tribal regions so that young girls receive the knowledge, support and resources they need to manage menstruation with confidence and dignity.”
