Department of Health Services

National AIDS and STI Control Center

The National Centre for AIDS and STD Control is accountable for the implementation of the National HIV Strategic plan through the public health service infrastructure at the national, provincial, district and community levels.  Its implementation takes place in coordination with other public entities and the private sector, including services that are provided by civil society and other non-government networks and organizations.

Vision:
Ending the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat in Nepal by 2030.

Goals and Targets

• Identify, recommend and test 90% of key populations.
• Treat 90% of people diagnosed with HIV.
• Retain 90% of people diagnosed with HIV on antiretroviral therapy.
• Eliminate vertical transmission of HIV and keep mothers alive and well.
• Eliminate congenital syphilis.
• Reduce 75% of new HIV infections.