WHO Foundation and Novo Nordisk Tackle Child Obesity
Why in the news
In March 2026, the WHO Foundation joined hands with Novo Nordisk to curb obesity among Indian children.
Key facts
- Partners: WHO Foundation and Novo Nordisk.
- Focus: childhood obesity in India.
- Route: school-based health programmes encouraging healthy lifestyles and early identification of risk.
- Linked with the Ayushman Bharat – School Health and Wellness Programme.
What schools will do
- Health screening.
- Physical activity.
- Mental health support.
Exam angle
- Partnership topic: childhood obesity; setting: schools.
- Programme alignment: Ayushman Bharat – School Health and Wellness Programme.
- Partner company: Novo Nordisk.