16/06/2026
Periods are a symbol of youth, fertility, and the continuation of our species—so why is the world still so quiet about them? 🩸✨
Today marks the third day of Raja Parba, a unique 3-day festival in Odisha that celebrates Mother Earth’s menstruation. To give her rest, all agricultural work stops. And symbolically, women and young girls get a complete break from all chores while the men take over the kitchen! 🍳👑
As a gynecologist, what moves me the most is how deeply this normalizes menstruation. Young boys grow up knowing exactly what 'Rajo' means. No taboos, no whispers—just immense respect for womanhood and motherhood.
The world has so much to learn from this beautiful tradition! 🌎❤️
Happy Raja Parba to everyone celebrating! 🌸✨