K. Prathibha, a medical officer from Tanur, has reached out to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to advocate for the implementation of strict guidelines regarding menstrual leave for schoolgirls. In her correspondence, she stressed the importance of protecting students' privacy and ensuring that the leave is not misused. Dr. Prathibha proposed that students experiencing severe physical or psychological difficulties during menstruation should obtain leave only with an annual medical certificate issued by a government female doctor. To further safeguard students, she suggested that requests for menstrual leave be handled by a female teacher, particularly if the class teacher or principal is male. Dr. Prathibha expressed concern that unrestricted access to menstrual leave could result in misuse, urging that only those who truly need it should be granted leave. Additionally, she called for schools to ensure that students on menstrual leave remain under the supervision of their parents or guardians during their time away from school. These recommendations aim to create a supportive environment while preventing potential exploitation of the menstrual leave policy.