What percentage of Hyderabad's population is overweight according to the HoN Report 2026?

According to the Health of the Nation (HoN) Report 2026, 81.3% of the 3.75 million people screened in Hyderabad are overweight.

What are the contributing factors to Hyderabad's rising obesity rates?

Factors include sedentary lifestyles, stress eating, high junk food intake, excessive smartphone use leading to poor sleep hygiene, and prolonged sitting.

How does the rising obesity in Hyderabad relate to diabetes?

Given Hyderabad's history as the 'diabetes capital of India,' the increasing obesity rates are expected to worsen the existing crisis, potentially leading to earlier onset of lifestyle diseases and severe complications.

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Hyderabad Obesity Crisis: 81.3% Overweight

9 Apr

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Summary

81.3% of Hyderabad's screened population is overweight.
Obesity rates jumped 18% from 63% in the previous year.
Excessive smartphone use linked to rising obesity rates.

Hyderabad Obesity Crisis: 81.3% Overweight

Hyderabad is grappling with a rapidly escalating obesity burden, as indicated by the Health of the Nation (HoN) Report 2026. A staggering 81.3% of the 3.75 million individuals screened in the city were found to be overweight, marking an significant 18% increase from the previous year's 63%.

Nationally, Hyderabad ranks second only to Mumbai in obesity rates, with Delhi showing an identical figure. Other major metros like Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Chennai reported comparatively lower percentages. Beyond traditional factors such as sedentary habits and high junk food consumption, experts are highlighting excessive smartphone use as a major contributor.