Congress puts Rahul’s pic on sanitary pad boxes meant for distribution in Bihar, criticised
In a move that has sparked controversy ahead of the upcoming elections in Bihar, the Congress party has put pictures of its leaders, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra, on sanitary pad boxes being distributed to over five lakh women in the state. The move has been heavily criticized by both the ruling JD(U) and the opposition BJP, who have accused the Congress of indulging in “arrogant display of power” and “sycophancy”, respectively.
The sanitary pad boxes, which are being distributed by the Congress party as part of its campaign to promote menstrual hygiene and health among women, feature pictures of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra alongside the logo of the party. The move is seen as an attempt by the Congress to use the issue of menstrual hygiene to promote its own party and its leaders.
The distribution of sanitary pad boxes with pictures of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra has been criticized by the JD(U) and the BJP, who have accused the Congress of using the issue of menstrual hygiene for political gains. “This is an arrogant display of power,” said JD(U) spokesperson, Rajiv Ranjan Singh. “The Congress is using the issue of menstrual hygiene to promote its own leaders and party, rather than focusing on the needs of the women of Bihar.”
The BJP has also criticized the move, calling it “sycophancy” and “an attempt to use the issue of menstrual hygiene for political gains”. “The Congress is trying to use the issue of menstrual hygiene to promote its own leaders and party, rather than focusing on the needs of the women of Bihar,” said BJP spokesperson, Shahnawaz Hussain.
However, Congress spokesperson, Alka Lamba, defended the move, saying that women in Bihar are “compelled” to use cloth during menstruation, leading to illness and discomfort. “The Congress is committed to promoting menstrual hygiene and health among women in Bihar,” said Lamba. “By distributing sanitary pad boxes with pictures of our leaders, we are trying to promote our party’s message and vision for the women of Bihar.”
The move has also been criticized by some women’s organizations in Bihar, who have accused the Congress of using the issue of menstrual hygiene to promote its own party and leaders. “The Congress is trying to use the issue of menstrual hygiene to promote its own leaders and party, rather than focusing on the needs of the women of Bihar,” said a spokesperson for the women’s organization, Aarthi Kumar.
The distribution of sanitary pad boxes with pictures of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra has also been criticized by some social media users, who have taken to Twitter to express their disappointment and anger at the move. “This is an absolute shame,” tweeted one user. “The Congress is using the issue of menstrual hygiene to promote its own leaders and party, rather than focusing on the needs of the women of Bihar.”
The controversy surrounding the distribution of sanitary pad boxes with pictures of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra has once again highlighted the importance of menstrual hygiene and health among women in Bihar. While the Congress has been accused of using the issue for political gains, the need for improved menstrual hygiene and health facilities in Bihar is clear.
According to a report by the National Family Health Survey (NFHS), only 48% of women in Bihar use sanitary pads during menstruation, while 35% use cloth. This has led to a range of health problems, including urinary tract infections, yeast infections, and menstrual cramps.
The Bihar government has also been criticized for its lack of efforts to improve menstrual hygiene and health facilities in the state. “The Bihar government has failed to provide adequate facilities for menstrual hygiene and health in the state,” said a spokesperson for the women’s organization, Aarthi Kumar. “This is a major concern and needs to be addressed urgently.”
In conclusion, the controversy surrounding the distribution of sanitary pad boxes with pictures of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra has highlighted the importance of menstrual hygiene and health among women in Bihar. While the Congress has been accused of using the issue for political gains, the need for improved menstrual hygiene and health facilities in Bihar is clear. The Bihar government and other stakeholders must work together to address this issue and provide adequate facilities for menstrual hygiene and health in the state.
