Time to walk and cycle the talk: Unsafe roads and broken footpaths are worsening India’s obesity crisis
Published on: June 2, 2026, 11:27 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Commuting in Indian urban centers is riddled with obstacles, where inadequate sidewalks and hazardous road conditions push people towards cars, resulting in a rise in lifestyle-related health problems. Interestingly, a large number of city trips could easily be made by foot or bike, yet the lack of safe pathways keeps many from making that choice.
