<p>Health is fundamentally linked to hygiene, and maintaining proper hygiene practices plays a crucial role in preventing a range of health hazards. While hygiene is essential for both males and females, numerous studies have indicated that individuals in economically underdeveloped regions, particularly in villages and slum areas, often lack access to basic hygiene facilities. Menstruation is a natural and regular biological process experienced by women from adolescence to menopause. Although the menstrual cycle generally lasts three to five days each month and is a normal part of reproductive health, inadequate hygiene during menstruation can lead to various infections and health complications. Research has shown that women in India and other developing countries often do not follow hygienic practices during menstruation. Financial constraints and limited access to sanitary products such as sanitary napkins and menstrual cups significantly hinder proper menstrual hygiene management. Furthermore, infrastructural issues such as the absence of clean toilets and the prevalence of open defecation exacerbate the risk of menstrual-related diseases. This study was conducted in Baruah Howly village of Udalguri district, Assam, India, among women of the Bodo community. Using both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, the study aimed to explore menstrual hygiene practices and identify the associated challenges. Findings indicate that menstrual hygiene awareness among Bodo women is limited, and their practices are largely traditional and non-scientific. Most women follow instructions passed down by mothers or elder female relatives without question. The persistence of unhygienic practices is primarily due to a lack of awareness and financial limitations. This study emphasizes the urgent need for culturally sensitive educational interventions and improved access to affordable menstrual hygiene resources in rural areas.</p>