Ranchi schools fail to provide free sanitary pads despite Supreme Court ruling

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Supreme Court declared menstrual health a fundamental right, mandating free sanitary pads in all schools. A ground report in Ranchi found 95% of schools charge for pads, and 90% of vending machines are broken, with disposal machines scarce. Many students bring their own supplies due to poor school hygiene and non-functional facilities, despite the court's directive.


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