According to a survey conducted in India, the share of overweight or obese women increased from 20.6 percent in 2016 to 24 percent in 2021. On the other hand, the prevalence among men increased to about 22.9 percent in 2021.
Prevalence of obesity across India in 2016 and 2021, by gender
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