Indian women are an integral part of a rich and diverse cultural heritage that spans thousands of years. From the snow-capped mountains of the Himalayas to the sun-kissed beaches of the Indian Ocean, Indian women have played a vital role in shaping the country's history, traditions, and customs.
Thanks to affordable sanitary pads (like those by Niine and Whisper) and government schemes, menstrual hygiene has improved. Yet, only 36% of Indian women use pads; the rest use cloth. The recent movie Pad Man (based on a true story) has sparked open conversation. Young women are now celebrating "Period Parties" and fighting the ban on entering temples during menstruation. Tamil Aunty Kudhi Photos