‘Health Hai Toh Sab Kuchh Hai’: PM Modi’s Call To Fight Obesity Gets Nationwide Support

Last Updated:January 31, 2025, 20:26 IST

PM Modi’s call to reduce oil consumption and fight obesity has gained support from celebrities, sportspersons, and health experts, including actor Akshay Kumar and various doctors.

PM Modi also advised to include some physical activity in routine and emphasized on the importance of a balanced and nutritious diet. (PTI File Photo)

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave a clarion call to fight obesity by reducing oil consumption, people from all walks of life have supported the initiative under Fit India Movement. Soon after, Prime Minister Modi’s message for a healthy lifestyle got traction from the length and breadth of the country.

The Prime Minister’s message had drawn attention from several celebrities, including actor Akshay Kumar, sportspersons and members of health fraternity.

How true!! I’ve been saying this for years now…love it that the PM himself has put it so aptly. Health hai toh sab kuchh hai. Obesity se fight karne ke sabse bade hathiyaar1. Enough sleep2. Fresh air and Sunlight3. No processed food, less oil. Trust the good old desi ghee… pic.twitter.com/CxnYjb4AHv— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) January 30, 2025

PM Modi had on Thursday expressed concerns over the growing problem of obesity and related diseases like diabetes and heart diseases. He spoke about the issue during the opening ceremony of 38th National Games in Dehradun.

The PM has also suggested people to include some physical activities in their routine to fight diseases. Talking about the Fit India Movement, he spoke about the importance of exercise and diet, with focus on balanced intake. He underlined the importance of reducing unhealthy fat and oil in food, and gave the novel suggestion of reducing daily oil consumption by 10%.

He also called edible oil a key factor for rising obesity and urged for reduced oil intake in all households.

The BJP leader said, “In our homes, ration comes at the beginning of the month. Till now, if you used to bring home two litres of cooking oil every month, then reduce it by at least 10%. Reduce the amount of oil we use every day by 10%.”

Besides, he also advised include some physical activity in routine and emphasized on the importance of a balanced and nutritious diet.

Praising the Prime Minister’s message, Actor Akshay Kumar highlighted the importance of good health and also shared some tips to fight obesity.

Taking to X, Akshay Kumar wrote, ” How true!! I’ve been saying this for years now…love it that the PM himself has put it so aptly. Health hai toh sab kuchh hai. Obesity se fight karne ke sabse bade hathiyaar 1. Enough sleep 2. Fresh air and Sunlight 3. No processed food, less oil. Trust the good old desi ghee And most importantly…Move, move, move. Kuchh bhi type ka workout karo par karo toh sahi. Regular exercise will change your life. Trust me on this and get moving. Jai Mahakal (Sic).”

Health Fraternity Supports PM’s Call

The health fraternity has come out in huge numbers supporting the Prime Minister’s clarion call. The World Health Organization South-East Asia highlighted the PM’s call for regular physical activity and a balanced nutritious diet.

It tweeted, “Prime Minister @narendramodi calls for regular physical activity and balanced nutritious #diet to address growing #obesity and related noncommunicable diseases like #diabetes, heart disease (sic).”

While Gautam Khanna, CEO, P. D. Hinduja Hospital, called it a timely message on the importance of reducing obesity and associated risks. Dr Harsh Mahajan, Founder & Chairman, Mahajan Imaging & Labs lauded PM’s message to take action to fight against obesity.

Meanwhile, Dr Shuchin Bajaj, Founder Director, Ujala Cygnus Healthcare Services said obesity is a serious challenge which we as a country have to fight immediately and together.

Various other doctors too spoke in support of the importance of tackling the menace of obesity.

Several hospitals, medical bodies and associations too came out in support of the movement against obesity, including Indian Dental Association, Tata Memorial Hospital, Endocrine Society of Delhi, among others.

Sportspersons too have spoken in support of the call given by the Prime Minister. Boxer Vijender Singh said that the campaign launched by PM Modi regarding balanced diet, exercise and health is commendable.

Fitness coach Mickey Mehta and World Championship bronze medalist boxer Gaurav Bidhuri supported the initiative by the Prime Minister.

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