नमस्ते साथियों जयपुर वाणी पर आपका स्वागत है। आज के कार्यक्रम में आप सभी को माहवारी स्वच्छता दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं । तो आईए, महावारी स्वच्छता दिवस के उपलक्ष में आज हम ऐसी दुनिया बनाने के लिए प्रतिबंध होते है जहां हर व्यक्ति को सुरक्षित और सम्मानजनक, माहवारी स्वच्छता प्रबंधन तक पहुंच बनाने में आसानी हो । इसी क्रम, को आगे बढ़ते हुए आज के कार्यक्रम में हम सुनेंगे ऐसे साथियों की कहानी, जिन्होंने माहवारी से जुड़ी भ्रांतियां और अपवादों को दूर करने में, छोटे ही सही, पर एक सफल भूमिका निभाई है । आई साथियों सुनते हैं हमारे समुदाय में रह रहे हैं उन साथियों की कहानी....
मेरा नाम ज्योति है में बाईसी की ढाणी से साँझा कर रही है की उनकी बस्ती में आंगनवाड़ी से लड़कियों को पैड नहीं मिल रहे है क्या करे
या भागामध्ये स्वच्छते चे महत्व समजावून सांगण्यात आले आहे या मध्ये वयक्तिक स्वच्छता, घरेलू स्वच्छता आणि सामाजिक स्वच्छता या मुद्द्यांवर चर्चा करण्यात आली आहे. यामुळे आपले आरोग्य कसे चांगले राहील यावर चर्चा करण्यात आली आहे.
Salu Naik, a sanitary worker from ward 62, shared that as a sanitary worker, they have to clean the drains and roads, which is very unhygienic. At work, he wears a PPE kit and ensures that everyone else does too. If anyone is not wearing a PPE kit, he instructs them to wear.
Saroj Kumar Nayak, a sanitary worker from Ward 69, shared via IVRS that the GARIM is organizing a free health check-up facility for sanitary workers, which is highly commendable. Additionally, we prioritize our own well-being by wearing masks, gloves, and gumboots while working to prevent infections.
Barsha Priyadarsini Chayani, a member of the Kishori club in ward 22, shared in IVRS that previously they had no idea about safe disposal and hygiene practices. However, after attending regular Kishori club meetings, they learned about the importance of safe disposal to avoid climate risks. As a result, they started wrapping sanitary napkins with paper and handing them over to the BMC waste collection vehicles for proper management.
Anjali Swain, a newly married woman from Mayfair Nagar Ward 16, shared her experience about dealing with menstruation after getting married at the age of 18. At her mother's house, she was instructed to avoid using household items and touching anyone for three days due to local rituals. However, when she got her period for the first time at her in-laws' house, she was initially scared to inform her mother-in-law. To her relief, her mother-in-law did not believe in such stigmas. Instead, she allowed Anjali to continue her usual activities, took care of her dietary needs, and even brought sanitary pads from the store, advising her to rest. This supportive environment made a significant positive impact on Anjali's perception of menstruation.
Santosini Patro, the mother of an adolescent girl from Mayfair Nagar, Ward 16, shared on IRS that when she got her first period, she was very worried after seeing the blood. She discussed this situation with her mother, who explained that it is a normal process of the body and that it will happen monthly to discharge waste blood from the body. At this time, her mother did not force her to follow local rituals, and her brother and father helped and provided support. She expressed that she was very happy to see how her family was so period-friendly. Now, she also guides her daughter and other family members that periods are not a stigma, and because of this, no one should be left behind.
Sasikala Nayak, an adolescent girl from Rasulgarh Sabar Sahi, shared about menstrual hygiene through the IVRS. Shared the importance of handwashing before and after using pads, a practice is compared to the habitual handwashing before and after meals. from childhood, everyone is advised to wash their hands before eating but no guidance is provided on hand and personal hygiene related to menstrual care. The COVID-19 pandemic gives us the knowledge and important of handwashing in preventing from the virus. Advocate for not only encouraging the use of sanitary pads to prevent infections but also promoting safe disposal practices. She advised properly wrapping used pads in paper and disposing of them in a dustbin, ensuring they are handed over to waste collection vehicles. This practice contributes to maintaining a safe and hygienic environment for everyone.
Archana Mohanty, an adolescent girl from Mangala Sahi, Ward 38, shared her voice in IVRS about her menstrual health. She mentioned her period is regular with a 28-day gap. During her menstrual cycle, ensures to maintain proper hygiene and a nutritious diet. She expressed the importance of these practices to stay healthy and well-balanced. She shares with other adolescents in her community to prioritize their menstrual health and hygiene.