Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 30: The Department of Science & Technology (DST) and the Andaman & Nicobar Pollution Control Committee (ANPCC) jointly organized an awareness programme on “Sustainable menstrual waste disposal” yesterday in collaboration with the Dakshin Foundation, Andaman in the Lecture Gallery, JNRM. Addressing the participants, Dr. Jatinder Sohal, Director (Science & Technology)–cum–Member Secretary (ANPCC) emphasized the importance of open discussions on menstrual health and the need to spread awareness within the community. Dr. Kandi Muthu, Assistant Professor, JNRM, also addressed the gathering.
During the programme, the Youth Ambassadors of Dakshin Foundation, Andaman conducted interactive sessions focused on menstrual hygiene, myths and misconceptions surrounding menstruation, sustainable menstrual products, and the safe disposal of menstrual waste.