Combating Obesity: A Vision For Viksit Bharat

Abstract

      Obesity is being viewed as a challenge in fulfilling the dream of a developed India, as a healthy population is crucial for national productivity, economic growth, and preserving the cultural and social heritage of any nation. Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi , considering the health of Indians as a patriotic duty, has launched the Fit India Movement and is making concerted efforts through various ministries- MoHFW, Ministry of Ayush, Ministry of Women and Child Development, FSSAI etc. to address this potential national challenge. This research paper has been prepared during this Amrit Kaal (Golden Era) of India, focusing on raising awareness among all Indians about their health responsibilities and the government's policy-based initiatives.

Key Words: Healthy Population, National Challenge, National Productivity, Economic Growth, Patriotic Duty, Fit India Movement, FSSSAI, Policy based initiatives.