In commemoration of 10th anniversary of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP), a programme for installation of Sanitary pads vending machine cum awareness camp on menstrual hygiene and distribution of sanitary pads was held at St. Xavier Higher Secondary School, Shamator and Government Higher Secondary School, Shamator on January 31, 2025.
According to DIPR report, sanitary napkin vending machine was installed under the aegis of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao by the District Administration, Shamator. It may be noted that Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme, launched by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi on January 22, 2015, has completed a decade of implementation.
The flagship initiative by the Government of India aims to address the declining Child Sex Ratio (CSR), prevent gender-biased sex-selective elimination and promote the survival, protection and education of the girl child.
The scheme has evolved to become one of the most impactful social initiatives by the Indian government. This year, the Ministry of Women and Child Development is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme, marking a decade of relentless efforts to protect, educate, and empower the girl child in India.