Abstract
Present research article aims at examining the concept of “Period
Poverty” with special reference to women living on road and proposing
possible interventions for improving condition. A qualitative research
study was carried out in Delhi. In-depth interview of various
stakeholders i.e.; women on road, gynaecologist, and NGO members were
taken using semi structured interview guides. The responses were
transcribed verbatim. Field notes of the group and individual interviews
were also taken. The data was analysed using the Rigorous and
accelerated data Reduction (RADaR) technique. The findings indicate
women on road faces the issues of privacy, lack of toilets and water,
security, lack of scientific knowledge, and adoption of unhygienic
menstrual materials. Based on the responses of various stake
holders an intervention model is suggested.
