Omar Abdullah Joins PM Modi’s Campaign Against Obesity

Jammu- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed his happiness in joining Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s campaign against obesity. PM Modi, on Monday, nominated Mr. Abdullah along with nine others to strengthen the fight against obesity and promote awareness about reducing edible oil consumption.

Taking to X, PM Modi posted, “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! @anandmahindra @nirahua1 @realmanubhaker @mirabai_chanu @Mohanlal @NandanNilekani @OmarAbdullah @ActorMadhavan @shreyaghoshal @SmtSudhaMurty. Collectively, let us make India fitter and healthier. #FightObesity.”

Responding to the nomination, Mr. Abdullah expressed his support and nominated ten more people to take the initiative forward.

“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. Today, I’m nominating these 10 people to join the PM’s campaign against obesity & requesting them to nominate a further 10 people each to take this fight forward,” he wrote on X.

A fitness enthusiast himself, Omar Abdullah has consistently promoted physical fitness. Last year, he participated in a marathon race in Srinagar, running alongside professional athletes. His daily routine includes rigorous workouts, and he often prefers walking during public interactions in remote areas.

His father, former CM Dr. Farooq Abdullah, though less enthusiastic about fitness, has been known for his love for golf and active social engagements. With Omar Abdullah’s participation, the campaign is expected to gain further momentum in Jammu and Kashmir, inspiring more people to adopt a healthier lifestyle.