CEA V Anantha Nageswaran Highlights Health Challenges Amid India's Economic Growth
Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran warned that India risks becoming unhealthier before it becomes richer, highlighting rising obesity and sedentary lifestyles across income levels and regions. He noted improvements in infant mortality and maternal health but emphasized low physical activity, poor urban design favoring vehicles, and late eating habits as challenges. Nageswaran urged incorporating physical activity into daily routines and treating health as a key factor for India's economic growth and productivity.