Goa has emerged as one of India’s most obese states, according to findings from the National Family Health Survey-6 (NFHS-6), underscoring a growing public health challenge linked to lifestyle-related diseases. The survey points to a steady rise in overweight and obesity among adults, reflecting broader national trends driven by sedentary lifestyles, unhealthy dietary habits, and reduced physical activity. The findings are particularly concerning because obesity is a major risk factor for non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and stroke.
Goa already reports high rates of diabetes and other metabolic disorders, amplifying concerns about the long-term health impact of rising obesity levels. NFHS-6 also revealed that overweight and obesity continue to increase across India, with 30.7% of women and 27.3% of men aged 15–49 classified as overweight…
