The Government of Himachal Pradesh, on February 17, 2026, notified the Himachal Pradesh Mental Healthcare Authority Rules, 2025.
The following has been stated: -
•Rule 2 lays down various definitions of the terms like Chief Executive Officer and Custodial institutions.
•Rule 3 specifies the Constitution of the State Authority, namely, the State Mental Healthcare Authority.
•Rule 4 specifies Appointment of non-official members.
They shall come into force from February 17, 2026.
The detailed notification is given in the document below.
[Notification No.: HFW-A-A(3)1/2025]