Lack of sanitation, menstrual hygiene products at schools cause girls' absenteeism, says report

"Our data indicates that girls are fearful of using school toilets during menstruation owing to lack of water, soap, sanitation, missing doors and taps, and even missing dustbins," the report by Sulabh International said. The report further stated that it is a "forced choice" for the school girls to stay at home during their menstrual cycle.