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national ban
Coverage of national ban in the Nexus archive.
- Nepal’s Gandaki province legalizes medical cannabis farming and use
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.