Overview

• The Government of Gujarat and UNICEF India have established dedicated Menstrual Corners in state schools to provide stigma-free spaces for menstrual health learning.
• These Corners feature card games, role-play aprons, 3D models and illustrated booklets to make puberty and period education engaging and accessible.
• More than 103,000 girls and 88,000 boys have taken part in the program, fostering empathy and open dialogue across genders.
• Officials report the initiative is bolstering girls’ confidence and helping reduce school absenteeism during menstruation.
• As UNICEF India National Ambassador, Kareena Kapoor Khan publicly lauded the initiative on Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025, drawing national attention to its impact.