BY TC News Desk
Agartala, 19th October 2025: A disturbing case of alleged corruption has surfaced in South Tripura’s Poangbari Block, where sanitary napkins meant for schoolgirls under a government health initiative were reportedly destroyed instead of being distributed. The incident has triggered widespread public outrage and demands for a full-scale investigation.
Local sources informed that the sanitary napkins allocated for free distribution to female students were deliberately withheld and allowed to expire under the supervision of the local School Inspector. The products, now nearing expiry, were found neglected in the BRC hall adjacent to the inspector’s office, raising serious questions about administrative accountability.
Local accounts suggest that rather than distributing the napkins, the School Inspector stored them in unhygienic conditions. In a previous incident, two sacks of sanitary napkins were allegedly burned, further fueling suspicions of intentional mismanagement. Education advocates and parents have expressed deep frustration, questioning whose interests are being served by such blatant disregard for public resources.
Some observers speculate that the destruction of these supplies may have been orchestrated to benefit private vendors of sanitary products or pharmaceuticals. Experts in public health policy have condemned the act as a serious breach of ethics and a misuse of taxpayer-funded resources.
Repeated attempts by journalists to contact officials from the Education Department for comment were reportedly met with evasion. Locals are now demanding a thorough investigation and strict administrative action if the allegations are substantiated.
Residents and community leaders have called for exemplary punishment to prevent future irregularities. “The government’s aim is to promote adolescent health and awareness,” said one concerned parent. “But such irresponsible behavior undermines public trust and tarnishes the image of the administration.”
As the controversy takes place, the spotlight remains on the need for transparency and accountability in the implementation of public health schemes especially those targeting vulnerable groups like school-aged girls.
