Meghna Rathore
Meghna Rathore, an accomplished social entrepreneur and the Founder & CEO of Nariksha Pads Pvt. Ltd., holds an MBA in E-commerce from the Faculty of Management Studies, MLSU, Udaipur. Her impactful work has earned her numerous accolades, including the Change Maker Award from Giz. She was also a finalist in the Infosys Limited Social Innovation Award and the recipient of the Sustainable Innovation Award.
Nariksha Pads Private Limited pioneers sustainable menstrual hygiene solutions by crafting 100% biodegradable sanitary pads from locally sourced waste materials. By repurposing waste materials, such as Parali waste and rice husk, they can reduce production costs and extend support to local farmers. This commitment to low-cost solutions addresses the issue of period poverty and ensures menstrual hygiene for all. These highly absorbent and anti-leak-proof pads aim to both improve women’s menstrual experience and the environment.

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