CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (CBSE)
Compliance with Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) in Schools
Subject: Directions from the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India
The Ministry of Education has forwarded a judgment from the Hon'ble Supreme Court dated January 20, 2026. The Court has recognized the right to dignified menstrual health as an integral part of Article 21 of the Constitution, emphasizing that Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) is essential for ensuring the right to education and equality for adolescent girls.
Mandatory Implementation Guidelines
All CBSE affiliated schools must ensure strict compliance with the following directions issued by the Court:
- Infrastructure: Provision of adequate, safe, and hygienic separate toilet and washing facilities for girls.
- Supplies: Availability of biodegradable sanitary napkins and dedicated MHM corners for girls.
- Waste Management: Implementation of proper disposal systems for sanitary waste.
- Awareness: Conducting training regarding menstrual health and puberty for students, including gender-sensitive discussions in line with NCERT/SCERT guidelines.
- Inspections: Cooperation with periodic inspections by District Education Officers to monitor implementation.
Schools are required to submit compliance reports separately for each month. The reports for March and April must be submitted by March 31, 2026, and April 30, 2026, respectively.
Submission Link: https://forms.gle/BD1F3c1N8GFrMarGA
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