The Punjab government on the occasion of International Menstrual Hygiene Day launched a scheme to provide free sanitary napkins to needy girls and women across the state.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced the formation of a secretary-level committee to develop guidelines and recommendations for the implementation of the "Smart Kitchen Scheme" in the state in order to meet LDF commitments.
The Kerala State Finance Minister announced the allocation of Rs 20,000-crores for the Special COVID Package to deal with the crisis induced by the second wave.