BRICS Nations Discuss Preventive Healthcare, Obesity Control and Promotion of Healthy Living
NEW DELHI — India hosted the second Technical Meeting on the BRICS Mission for Healthy Lifestyle under its BRICS Chairship 2026, with member nations discussing collaborative strategies to promote healthy lifestyles and strengthen preventive healthcare systems.
The meeting was convened by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and focused on sharing evidence-based, scalable and sustainable public health practices among BRICS nations.
India Showcases ‘Stop Obesity Campaign’ Under Eat Right India
During the meeting, India presented its “Stop Obesity Campaign” launched under the Eat Right India movement, highlighting initiatives aimed at improving nutrition awareness, promoting balanced diets and encouraging healthier lifestyle choices among citizens.
Officials said the campaign is part of India’s broader preventive healthcare strategy focused on reducing obesity, lifestyle-related diseases and other non-communicable health conditions.
BRICS Nations Share Best Practices on Public Health
Representatives from BRICS member countries also showcased successful interventions, policy frameworks and implementation models designed to improve public health outcomes through preventive healthcare and healthy living initiatives.
The discussions emphasized the importance of collaborative action, policy innovation and community-based approaches to tackle rising health challenges globally.
According to officials, the meeting aimed to facilitate a structured exchange of best practices that can be adapted and replicated across BRICS nations for wider public health benefits.
Focus on Preventive Healthcare and Healthy Living
The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of BRICS countries toward strengthening cooperation in preventive healthcare, nutrition awareness, physical wellness and healthy lifestyle promotion.
Health experts participating in the discussions stressed that lifestyle-related diseases, including obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disorders, are emerging as major public health concerns globally, making preventive strategies increasingly important.
India, under its BRICS Chairship 2026, continues to prioritize healthcare collaboration, food safety and wellness-focused initiatives as part of the grouping’s broader development agenda.
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