In April 2023, the Supreme Court of India advocated for the government to establish a "uniform national policy" on menstrual health and hygiene (MHH), spotlighting the need for comprehensive measures on a significant public health issue. This brief traces India's path to promoting MHH, highlighting key policy initiatives and their impact on period product usage. Using secondary data from the National Family Health Survey-5, this brief introduces a novel MHH Index that considers the usage of period products and access to hygienic toilet facilities. Descriptive data on the MHH Index across various socio-demographic factors reveal substantial disparities. Based on the findings of this study and existing literature, the brief presents best practices and recommendations for shaping an effective and inclusive menstrual health policy