Union Minister Smriti Irani dismisses need for menstrual leaves, sparks controversy

Union minister for women and child development Smriti Irani said that women do not require menstrual leaves as it can lead to ‘discrimination in the workforce’. Her comments were met with the disapproval of BRS leader and MLA K Kavitha who stated that it was appalling to see such



ignorance.

“Disheartened by the Union Minister of Women and Child Development Smriti Irani Ji’s dismissal of menstrual struggles in Rajya Sabha. As a woman, it’s appalling to see such ignorance, for our struggles, our journeys isn’t a consolation, it deserves a level playing field and that’s a non-negotiable,” she stated in a post on X.