Sanitary Napkin Supply Halted for 6 Lakh Delhi Schoolgirls
Over 6 lakh girl students in Delhi govt schools deprived of sanitary napkins for 3 months, violating High Court orders. Legal notice sent for contempt. #MenstrualHygiene #Education
Over 6 lakh girl students in Delhi govt schools deprived of sanitary napkins for 3 months, violating High Court orders. Legal notice sent for contempt. #MenstrualHygiene #Education
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