Obesity: India’s Emerging Health Challenge

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has raised alarm over the growing problem of obesity in India, labeling it as a major challenge during his Independence Day address.

Modi cited expert predictions that one in three Indians could face obesity in the near future, emphasizing the need for immediate action.

To tackle this epidemic, Modi urged citizens to decrease their cooking oil consumption by 10 percent, promoting healthier lifestyle choices that could prevent further health complications.