The initiative was inaugurated at the National Commission for Women during the observance of Menstrual Hygiene Week. The Mobile Medical Unit was formally flagged off by Union Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur.

The event was also attended by NCW Chairperson Vijaya K. Rahatkar, Additional Secretary B. Radhika Chakravarti, and NHPC Ladies Club President Shikha Gupta.

A Significant Step in Women’s Preventive Healthcare

With breast and cervical cancer emerging as major health challenges among women in India, NHPC’s initiative stands out for its technology-driven and accessible healthcare delivery model. Unlike conventional health camps, the MMU integrates advanced diagnostics with on-ground outreach.

The project is being implemented through SheWings Foundation, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between NHPC and the foundation on February 13, 2026.

Experts highlight that AI-based screening technologies enable faster and more accurate detection compared to traditional methods, significantly improving the chances of early diagnosis.

Advanced Diagnostic Facilities Onboard

The Mobile Medical Unit is equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic technologies, including:

• Thermalytix 360 Breast Screening System
• Pap Smear Testing
• Portable Colposcopy System
• Digital Health Support
• Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Programs

These services aim to provide accessible and affordable healthcare to women from economically weaker sections across Delhi-NCR and Faridabad.

Reaching 2,000 Women Every Month

According to NHPC, the MMU is expected to serve approximately 1,500 to 2,000 women every month, offering cancer screening and health awareness services at their doorstep.

What distinguishes this initiative from typical CSR healthcare projects is its integration of AI-based diagnostics with grassroots-level medical support, making it a scalable and impactful model in preventive healthcare.

A Model for Future CSR Initiatives

Healthcare experts believe that timely screening and awareness can significantly reduce mortality rates associated with breast and cervical cancer. NHPC’s initiative, therefore, sets a strong example for both public and private sector organizations.

If replicated widely, such technology-enabled healthcare programs can substantially enhance both the reach and quality of women’s healthcare services across the country.

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India’s First Menstrual Waste-Free, Period-Friendly School Launched

A major highlight was the announcement of India’s first Menstrual Waste-Free and Period-Friendly School—Arimalam Government Higher Secondary School, Tamil Nadu.

The school has achieved:

• 100% adoption of reusable cloth pads

• A dedicated period-friendly toilet complex

• Comprehensive MHM training for teachers and students

• This model sets a national benchmark for menstrual-friendly campuses.

Bike Rally Inspires Grassroots Awareness

The event celebrated the conclusion of the 5,000 km ‘Birds of Roads’ Bike Rally, which travelled across 10 states, spreading menstrual hygiene awareness and promoting dignity and inclusion.

Leaders Call for Policy Focus and Social Inclusion

Speakers including Padma Shri S. Damodaran, Prof. Ravi Bhatnagar, and Sneha Shergill emphasised the need to integrate menstrual hygiene within national development priorities and strengthen community-led initiatives.

Record Handwashing Campaign Honoured

The summit showcased the Largest Handwashing Awareness Campaign for School Students, conducted by Gramalaya and Dettol Banega Swasth India, which reached 10,00,106 students across 4,921 schools. The achievement was recognised by the India Book of Records.

Sessions Highlight Innovation and Inclusivity

Discussions covered period-friendly WASH facilities, eco-friendly menstrual products, school and community MHM education, waste management, and menstrual health issues including PMS and anemia. Inclusivity for differently abled, transgender individuals, and vulnerable communities remained central.

Collaboration Through CSR

A special CSR session explored long-term partnerships to improve menstrual hygiene infrastructure and access to affordable products.

The summit concluded with a call for sustained collaboration to build a more informed, inclusive, and menstrual health-positive India.

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