Pokhara

Nepal’s Gandaki province has legalized medical cannabis farming and use despite a national ban. The provincial law requires farmers to obtain official permission and be monitored, while national law prohibits possession and distribution of marijuana. Cannabis is culturally significant in Nepal, particularly during festivals like Shivaratri.

Nepal's Gandaki province has legalized medical cannabis farming and use despite a national ban. Farmers must obtain official permission and are closely monitored, while the national law imposes penalties for possession and distribution. The province, home to Pokhara, allows cannabis use during the Shivaratri festival, reflecting its cultural and religious significance.