Every year on April 7, we commemorate World Health Day, which draws attention to urgent global health concerns and inspires action to enhance public health outcomes. Established in 1950 by the World Health Organization (WHO), it brings together communities, governments, and organizations to address important health issues annually.

The World Health Organization (WHO) and other relevant organizations host World Health Day, a global health awareness event. The WHO hosted the First World Health Assembly in 1948.

Every year, a particular global health theme is chosen to highlight a particular issue. “Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures” is the theme of the annual celebration, on World Health day today. The day is a potent reminder to coordinate international efforts and focus emphasis on creating stronger, healthier communities everywhere.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on Indians to embrace a healthier lifestyle and strive toward an obesity-free future in honor of World Health Day. He underlined that staying physically healthy would significantly advance India’s aspirations to become a developed country—Vikasit Bharat.

Taking to X, PM Modi posted, “On World Health Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to building a healthier world. Our Government will keep focusing on healthcare and invest in different aspects of people’s well-being. Good health is the foundation of every thriving society!”

The Prime Minister emphasized the traditional saying that “health is the ultimate fortune and the ultimate wealth” in a video message posted on the site, while also raising concerns about India’s escalating obesity problem.

PM Modi reaffirmed in his message that changing to a healthier diet, including cutting back on oil use, is not only a personal choice but also a social one.

“I want to take a promise from you today that we all should reduce our cooking oil by 10%,” PM said, calling for quick action to avoid such a situation. This will be a significant step in the fight against obesity.

The prime minister has consistently argued against obesity and diseases linked to a sedentary lifestyle. He also urged individuals to make regular exercise a part of their everyday schedules.

“In addition, we must incorporate exercise into our daily routines. We will make a significant contribution to the path of a Viksit Bharat if we maintain our physical fitness,” he continued.

Obesity can result in serious health problems like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, the prime minister said. But he insisted that minor but significant lifestyle adjustments could help reduce the dangers.

PM Modi invited 10 well-known individuals to participate in a national campaign to promote healthy eating and increase awareness of obesity in an effort to spread the word. He urged them all to suggest 10 additional people in order to increase the movement’s visibility and influence on society.

They included Omar Abdullah, the chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir; Anand Mahindra, an industrialist; Olympic medalists Manu Bhaker and Mirabai Chanu; actors Mohanlal and R. Madhavan; singer Shreya Ghoshal; philanthropist and Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murthy; and Nandan Nilekani, a co-founder of Infosys.