Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (February 17) launched a nationwide campaign to combat obesity and promote awareness about reducing edible oil consumption. As part of the initiative, he nominated 10 prominent individuals from various fields to spread the message further.
Among those nominated are industrialists Anand Mahindra and Nandan Nilekani, sportspersons Manu Bhaker and Mirabai Chanu, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Member of Parliament Mohanlal, philanthropist Sudha Murthy, BJP leader Dinesh Lal Yadav, actor R. Madhavan, and singer Shreya Ghoshal. PM Modi has urged them to nominate 10 more individuals each, thereby amplifying the reach of the campaign.
As mentioned in yesterday’s #MannKiBaat, I would like to nominate the following people to help strengthen the fight against obesity and spread awareness on reducing edible oil consumption in food. I also request them to nominate 10 people each so that our movement gets bigger!… pic.twitter.com/bpzmgnXsp4
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 24, 2025
CM Abdullah expressed his gratitude to PM Modi for involving him in this health initiative. Taking the campaign forward, he nominated 10 more individuals to join the fight against obesity. Actor R. Madhavan also thanked the Prime Minister and announced his nominations to further the cause.
As mentioned in yesterday’s #MannKiBaat, I would like to nominate the following people to help strengthen the fight against obesity and spread awareness on reducing edible oil consumption in food. I also request them to nominate 10 people each so that our movement gets bigger!… pic.twitter.com/bpzmgnXsp4
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 24, 2025
Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’ Call for Health Awareness
During his Mann Ki Baat radio address on February 23, PM Modi emphasized the importance of reducing oil intake and tackling obesity, calling it not just a personal choice but a responsibility towards family and society.
“During the opening of the National Games in Dehradun, I raised a very important topic, which has started a new discussion in the country – obesity. To become a fit and healthy nation, we will certainly have to deal with this problem,” he stated.
Citing research, Modi highlighted that one in eight people globally is living with obesity. He further warned that cases have doubled in recent years, with childhood obesity growing fourfold.
A Nationwide Movement
With the involvement of industrialists, politicians, sportspersons, and celebrities, the initiative is expected to gain traction across the country. The campaign aims to encourage people to reduce their edible oil intake by 10% and pass on the challenge to 10 others, ensuring widespread participation in the mission for a healthier India.