Archive · 27 Sep 2025
UNICEF Report: Alarming Rise in Obesity Among Indian Children
A recent report by UNICEF shows that more and more kids in India are becoming overweight or obese.
This is happening because of many reasons, and it's becoming a big problem.
Obesity means having too much body fat, which can lead to health problems like heart issues, diabetes, and some cancers.
The report found a huge increase in obesity among young children, with rates doubling in the last decade.
The report also said that being overweight can make kids feel sad or worried.
By 2030, it is estimated that over 27 million children in India will be obese.
UNICEF's 'Feeding Profit' report highlights increasing obesity in India.
Obesity has surpassed malnutrition as the main nutrition issue among school-aged children.
Obesity in children under 5 in India increased by 127% between 2005-2021.
Adult obesity has also increased significantly in India, with 91% increase in women and 146% increase in men.
India is projected to have over 27 million obese children by 2030.
- Who
- UNICEF, and children and adults in India
- What
- A report highlighting the rising obesity rates in India.
- When
- Data from 2005-2021 and projections for 2030.
- Where
- India and globally.
- Why
- To raise awareness of the increasing rates of obesity and its associated health risks.
- Main Issue
- Rising obesity rates in India, especially among children.
- Source
- UNICEF 'Feeding Profit' report
- Children Aged 5-19 with Overweight
- Doubled since 2000, reaching 391 million globally.
- Increase in Obesity in Children (2005-2021)
- 127% increase in India among children under 5
- Projected Obese Children in India by 2030
- Over 27 million
- Adult Obesity Increase (2005-2021)
- 91% increase in women, 146% in men.