Maharashtra Launches Country’s First Menopause Clinics to Provide Integrated Healthcare Support for Women

Key facts

• Maharashtra has established the country’s first dedicated menopause clinics across government hospitals and urban health facilities.
• The initiative was launched on 14 January 2026, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, under the guidance of the Minister of State for Health Meghna Bordikar.
• The clinics provide expert medical consultation, mental health counselling, and screening for bone, heart, and hormonal health at a single location.
• The programme aims to address physical changes, mental stress, hormonal imbalance, bone-related problems, sleep disorders, and depression in women.
• Maharashtra is the first state in India to introduce such specialised clinics exclusively for women during the menopause phase.