A Girls’ College In Lucknow Got Its First Vending Machine For Sanitary Napkins

Out of all things, periods is something that is considered shameful in our society. Mostly Indians are obsessed with the thought that a girl menstruating is equal to being impure. With so many rituals and superstitions shamming periods, here is one welcome change.

Awadh Girls’ Degree College (AGDC) in Lucknow has become the first in the state to install a vending machine in their campus. It would be installed inside the girls’ washroom.

Girls are ecstatic seeing this change as it would put an end to the embarrassing and tedious ordeal of getting a sanitary pad during menstruation. Also, even if someone needs a pad in an emergency, this vending machine would be of great help.

The cost of a single napkin – Rs. 10/- 

Also, the department of women’s studies at Lucknow University is keen to set up a vending machine for sanitary napkins.

Being happy with the progress of AGDC, this university’s principal is also keen to install one but on the lines of Arunachalam Muruganantham, wherein you not only get a sanitary pad for Rs. 10/- but also generate income for the poor section of the society.

This is such a great move by these college authorities. With these kind of actions, the fight against period taboos will definitely emerge out strong and fruitful.

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