Khushi Scheme
The Khushi Scheme provides free sanitary pads to school girls in Odisha to promote menstrual hygiene.
Key facts
| Benefit | Free sanitary pads for school girls |
|---|---|
| Who | Female students in Classes 6 to 12 |
| Implemented by | Health and Family Welfare Department, Odisha |
| Official portal | khushi.odisha.gov.in |
| Application window | Open all year, distributed through schools. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive free sanitary pads, which aim to improve menstrual hygiene and encourage school attendance among adolescent girls.
Who can apply
- Women / girls only
- studying in government or aided school
The scheme is available to female students in government and government-aided schools from classes 6 to 12. There are no specific exclusions mentioned, but only school-going girls are eligible.
How to apply
No formal application is required to access the benefits of the Khushi Scheme.
- Visit the school where the student is enrolled.
- Confirm eligibility as a girl student in classes 6 to 12.
- Receive sanitary pads distributed by the school authorities.
Frequently asked questions
Is this scheme only for girls?
Yes, the Khushi Scheme is exclusively for female students.
Who is eligible for this scheme?
School girls from classes 6 to 12 in government and government-aided schools are eligible.
What is the purpose of this scheme?
The scheme aims to enhance menstrual hygiene and ensure that girls continue their education after reaching puberty.
Is there any application procedure to get free sanitary napkins?
No application is needed; the distribution is managed by the school.
How is the distribution of sanitary pads monitored?
A web application called 'Khushi' is used to track inventory and distribution of the sanitary pads.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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