Minister Kharel calls for open discourse on mental health problems
Summary
Minister Jagadish Kharel urged open discussion on mental health issues amid the government's ongoing Mental Health Awareness Campaign, emphasizing the importance of addressing mental health post-pandemic.
Key Points
- Minister Jagadish Kharel called for open discourse on mental health problems to encourage prevention and treatment.
- The government launched a Mental Health Awareness Campaign running from December 10 to March 14, 2026, to sensitize people about mental health issues.
- The campaign aims to integrate mental health services with primary health care and increase access for all citizens.
- WHO reports mental health problems as the second leading cause of long-term disability globally, affecting over a billion people.
