I also request them to nominate 10 people each so that our movement gets bigger,” tweeted Narendra Modi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has nominated 10 prominent figures, including J&K CM Omar Abdullah and Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra, to lead the fight against obesity and raise awareness about reducing edible oil consumption.
As highlighted in yesterday’s MannKiBaat, I would like to nominate the following individuals to support the fight against obesity and raise awareness about reducing edible oil consumption in food. I encourage them to further nominate 10 people each, helping our movement grow stronger and reach more people!
PM Narendra Modi Nominates 10 Personalities to Strengthen Fight Against Obesity and Promote Healthier Eating
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has nominated 10 prominent individuals, including Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra, to support the nationwide campaign against obesity. The initiative aims to raise awareness about reducing excessive edible oil consumption in daily diets and promoting healthier eating habits.
“I also request them to nominate 10 people each so that our movement gets bigger,” PM Modi tweeted, encouraging a widespread effort to drive the message across the country.
Bhojpuri singer-actor Nirahua, shooting champion Manu Bhaker, weightlifter Mirabai Chanu, Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, actor R. Madhavan, singer Shreya Ghoshal, and philanthropist and MP Sudha Murty are among the prominent personalities nominated by PM Modi to support the fight against obesity.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (February 24, 2025) nominated 10 individuals from various fields, including Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, industrialist Anand Mahindra, and actor Mohanlal, to lead efforts in combating obesity. This announcement comes a day after he urged citizens to take proactive steps in addressing the growing health concern.

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Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed his enthusiasm in joining Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s campaign against obesity, aimed at promoting a healthier India.
On Monday, PM Modi nominated Omar Abdullah along with nine other prominent personalities to help raise awareness about obesity and encourage people to reduce edible oil consumption in their diet. The nomination was part of the Prime Minister’s initiative to expand the movement by urging each nominee to further invite 10 others to participate.
“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!” PM Modi announced on his official X handle.
The individuals nominated by the Prime Minister include industrialist Anand Mahindra, Bhojpuri actor Nirahua, Olympian Manu Bhaker, weightlifting champion Mirabai Chanu, actor Mohanlal, entrepreneur Nandan Nilekani, actor R. Madhavan, singer Shreya Ghoshal, philanthropist Sudha Murty, and J&K CM Omar Abdullah.
Responding to PM Modi’s initiative, Omar Abdullah expressed his support and highlighted the severe health risks associated with obesity, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, strokes, breathing problems, and mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression.
“I’m very happy to join the campaign against obesity launched by PM @narendramodi ji. Obesity causes a number of lifestyle-related health issues like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, strokes & breathing problems, not to mention mental health conditions like anxiety & depression,” Abdullah posted on X.
To further strengthen the movement, he nominated 10 more individuals to participate in the campaign, urging them to continue the chain by nominating others in turn.
The campaign has gained widespread attention, with health experts and fitness enthusiasts lauding the initiative for addressing obesity-related concerns in India. As the movement expands, it is expected to encourage citizens to adopt healthier lifestyles and make more informed dietary choices.
PM Modi launches the campaign by nominating 10 individuals, including Omar Abdullah, Manu Bhaker, Sudha Murthy, and actor Mohanlal.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday joined the nationwide anti-obesity relay campaign initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The campaign, aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle and raising awareness about obesity, was launched by PM Modi, who nominated ten prominent figures from various fields to lead the movement.
Among those nominated were shooting champion Manu Bhaker, philanthropist and MP Sudha Murthy, and Omar Abdullah. As part of the initiative, each nominee is encouraged to further nominate ten more leaders, expanding the campaign’s reach and impact across the country.
Omar eagerly accepted the offer, stating, “I am honored to join PM @narendramodi ji’s campaign against obesity. Obesity contributes to numerous lifestyle-related health issues, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, strokes, and respiratory problems, along with mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. To help advance this crucial initiative, I am nominating 10 individuals to participate in the campaign and encouraging them to nominate 10 more each, ensuring this movement reaches as many people as possible.
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