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Sanitary Napkin Scheme

The scheme aims to provide sanitary napkins to adolescent girls and women at subsidized rates through Anganwadi centres across the state. Under this scheme, sanitary napkins are made available to adolescent girls and women at a cost of ₹6.00 through Anganwadi centres.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Sanitary napkins are distributed to adolescent girls/women at a cost of ₹6/-.

Who can apply

All adolescent girls and women are eligible to purchase sanitary napkins at subsidized rates from Anganwadi centres.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who can benefit from this scheme?

All adolescent girls and women are eligible to benefit from this scheme.

What is the cost of sanitary napkins under the scheme?

Sanitary napkins are available at a subsidized cost of ₹6.00.

Where can I buy these sanitary napkins?

You can buy sanitary napkins from your nearest Anganwadi centre.

Is there any income limit to avail this benefit?

No, there is no income limit; all adolescent girls and women can purchase sanitary napkins.

Is the scheme available throughout the year?

Yes, sanitary napkins are available at Anganwadi centres throughout the year.

Can a woman buy multiple packs at once?

Yes, subject to availability at the Anganwadi centre.

Can women from both rural and urban areas benefit from this scheme?

Yes, the scheme covers all Anganwadi centres across the state, benefiting both rural and urban women.