Class 11 Student Denied Sanitary Pad, Sent Home Bleeding in Uttar Pradesh

A Class 11 student in Uttar Pradesh faced a distressing incident when she was denied a sanitary pad and made to wait outside her classroom for nearly an hour, resulting in her being sent home bleeding. The incident occurred during an examination when the student realized she had started her menstrual cycle. Upon requesting a sanitary pad from the principal, she was reportedly dismissed and told to leave the classroom. She was made to stand outside for almost an hour, which has raised significant concerns about the school's handling of the situation.

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The student's father lodged a formal complaint with various authorities, including the District Magistrate, District Inspector of Schools (DIOS), the State Women’s Commission, and the Department of Women Welfare. The complaint highlighted the treatment of his daughter and called for urgent action to prevent such incidents from recurring. An investigation has been launched to address the matter, and appropriate action is expected based on the findings.

This incident has sparked widespread condemnation and reignited debates about the stigma surrounding menstruation and the need for schools to provide adequate support to female students. The outcome of the investigation remains to be seen, but the incident underscores the ongoing challenges in addressing menstrual health issues in many parts of India.