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Menstrual hygiene management waste is a widespread issue not only in India but also in several other countries. In the last few decades, menstrual hygiene management has become a key topic in the country, and many non-biodegradable menstrual products have been introduced, like sanitary pads, tampons, etc. Although the usage of menstrual material is a personal choice of any woman, such non-biodegradable products are harmful to the environment in many ways. The present study discussed the major menstrual hygiene management products utilised by women and how they are disposing of these products in Dehra Gopipur town of District Kangra. The study was based on the descriptive research design. The data was collected from 124 women through an interview schedule. The study found that disposable sanitary pads were the most common (about 76%) menstrual products used by women. It also showed that women were disposing of menstrual materials inappropriately. The study concluded that the government promotes menstrual hygiene by providing biodegradable menstrual material to women, but it does not have a solution for appropriately disposing of them. The study suggested that the government should promote sustainable menstrual materials such as menstrual cups, reusable cotton pads, and menstrual underwear, which will reduce the cost of sanitary products while simultaneously minimising the waste generated from non-biodegradable menstrual materials.