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Odisha girl creates menstrual awareness with Akshay Kumar

Geetanjali Marndi, a Class 10 student of Kapilas Girls’ High School in Dhenkanal, represented Odisha at the ‘Niine Movement’s Menstrual Awareness Conclave’ in New Delhi on the occasion of Menstrual Hygiene Day.

The Odisha girl shared stage with Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, who was the chief guest of the conclave. Geetanjali also had the opportunity to interact with actor and social activist Shabana Azmi.

During the event, Geetanjali joined Deputy Director Asia Pacific regional office, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Jennifer Butler, in the panel focusing on absenteeism of girl child in schools due to menstruation.

An inspiring change-maker at 15, Geetanjali was nominated for the conclave by ST and SC Development department. She has set an example for many other girls like her by breaking the myths and misconceptions associated with menstruation.

Speaking at the conclave, Geetanjali said Life Skills Education classes in her school helped her understand that menstruation was normal for girls and how wrong believes and unhealthy practices affect self esteem and dignity of girls. She said provision of sanitary pads in schools along with the life skills education changed the way girls managed their menstruation.

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Odisha girl with Akshay Kumar

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