A 16-year-old schoolgirl in Bareilly was denied a sanitary pad by her principal during an exam. Despite waiting over an hour, she was sent home bleeding. Her family has filed complaints demanding action. The DIOS is investigating the matter and ensuring availability of sanitary pads in schools. Awareness campaigns run by social organizations emphasize the need for menstrual hygiene.
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