One in Four Indians Now Obese, Report Warns of $29 Bn Annual Economic Loss

India confronts a significant health and economic challenge as obesity rates climb. A new report highlights the urgent need for intervention. The country can lead in preventive health by utilising its digital systems and expanding primary care. Key actions include regulating unhealthy foods, scaling digital health screenings, and incentivizing healthy habits. Affordable anti-obesity drugs are also on the horizon.