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India ranks second globally for childhood obesity, 41 million children affected: Report

Published on: March 4, 2026, 3:44 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

In a troubling trend, India now ranks second in the world for childhood obesity, with millions of its young citizens facing overweight challenges. This alarming situation signals an impending public health crisis, potentially leading to chronic diseases at earlier ages.

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