This document outlines the National and Community Mental Health Programme in India. It aims to ensure treatment and prevention of mental disorders, use mental health technology, and apply mental health principles to improve quality of life. Key objectives are to ensure minimum mental health care for all, encourage application of mental health in general healthcare and social development, and promote community participation in mental health services. It describes strategies like integrating mental health with primary healthcare and providing tertiary care institutions, as well as approaches like utilizing existing health infrastructure and linking services with community development programs.