Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Improves in India, NFHS-6 Reports Higher Usage

The use of hygienic menstrual practices among young women in India has increased significantly, according to the latest findings from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6). The data shows that 79.2% of women aged 15–24 now use hygienic methods during menstruation, compared with 57.6% in 2015–16.

Access and Awareness Show Progress

The rise points to improvements in awareness, affordability and access to menstrual hygiene products.

Better availability of these products and growing conversations around menstrual health are important parts of this progress.

Why Menstrual Hygiene Matters

Access to safe menstrual products, clean facilities and reliable health information helps young women manage their periods with greater comfort and confidence. Continued awareness efforts remain important, particularly in communities where access is still limited.

The latest figures highlight progress in menstrual health, while also showing why education and access need to remain priorities

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