Thiruvananthapuram gives students menstrual cups for hygiene

Thiruvananthapuram city is providing menstrual cups to female students in government schools to promote menstrual hygiene and sustainability. The city corporation is distributing 25,000 reusable menstrual cups to students, aiming to offer a healthier and more affordable alternative to sanitary napkins. The project launched Friday at St. Mary’s Higher Secondary School. This initiative, part of the 2025-26 annual plan, also includes awareness programs on hygienic menstrual practices to encourage the use of sustainable options.