SUBHASH MISHRA
Dhanbad, September 3: The Rotaract Club of BIT Sindri students organised its annual event, ‘Pankh,’ aimed at educating young girls from private schools in the region on how to tackle changing health problems and social issues they face in their daily lives.
The event focused on raising awareness about menstrual hygiene and social education, emphasizing the importance of these topics for young girls.
Focus on menstrual health and breaking social taboos
This year marked the third edition of ‘Pankh,’ where club members engaged with students from six different schools, discussing crucial issues surrounding menstrual health and the need to break through social taboos.
“This year was the third edition of Pankh in which members discussed with students of half dozen schools about how to tackle issues surrounding menstrual health, breaking through social taboos,” said organisers.
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The organisers highlighted that the mission of ‘Pankh’ is to empower young girls with the knowledge and confidence to handle these sensitive topics effectively.
Rotaract Club members, including Suman Kumari, Riya Dubey, Komal Sharma, and others, played an active role in educating the students about the difference between good and bad touch. They emphasized the importance of self-protection and encouraged the girls to speak out against any form of exploitation.
Distribution of sanitary pads and building confidence
Sanitary pads were distributed among students at various schools, including Utkrimit High School, Rangamati, D.A.V. High School, Tasra, and Mother Teresa High School, as part of the initiative.
The organizers stated, “Our mission was to ensure these young girls could embrace their lives with confidence and dignity while maintaining proper hygiene.”
The Rotaract Club members of BIT Sindri called upon everyone to support this vital cause, aiming to empower girls with the knowledge and resources they need to live their lives free from fear or stigma.
“Let us come together to build a society where every girl can chase her dreams without the burden of shame,” the organisers urged.
