Indian sports athletes and fitness influencers are stepping up to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s clarion call to combat obesity, made at the opening ceremony of the 38th National Games in Dehradun. Indian hockey legend PR Sreejesh stressed the need for dietary awareness. In a social media post, he said that eating well is the first step towards a healthier and happier life.

Table tennis star Manika Batra echoed the sentiment, promoting the importance of mindful eating. She said in a post on social media that people should commit to nutritious choices and make Fit Food India a way of life. Fit India icon and MMA champion Sangram Singh, meanwhile, emphasised the urgency of prioritising health and urged people to adopt a fit lifestyle. He said in a social media post that the most essential thing for the human body is to eat well and stay fit.