The World Health Organization (WHO) defines mental health as an individual's ability to cope with life's activities, understand their capabilities, and engage in good learning and work, recognizing it as a critical global priority given that over 100 crore people worldwide suffer from related issues. In Nepal, approximately 4% (11 lakh people) of the population suffer from mental problems, yet only about 23% receive treatment due to resource scarcity, extremely low governmental funding ($0.05 USD per person annually), and strong social stigma that often views disorders as "madness" or the "effect of evil spirits," delaying crucial care. Mental health issues are exacerbated by socio-economic stress, trauma from conflict and disasters, and separation due to foreign employment, with high suicide rates reported; consequently, the government is implementing the 2020 National Mental Health Strategy to provide free psychological services and collaborating with NGOs to expand hotlines and community awareness campaigns.