India, March 21 -- Union health minister JP Nadda on Friday has urged parliamentarians to undergo routine health check ups citing concerns over rising obesity and lifestyle-related diseases among lawmakers.

Speaking during the Question Hour in the Lok Sabha, Nadda emphasised the importance of regular medical screenings.

Raising alarm over the increasing prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India, Nadda pointed to changing lifestyles as a key contributor.

"According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the incidence of non-communicable diseases has risen from 37% in 1990 to 61.8% in 2016. This is a serious concern. Lifestyle-related diseases, linked to eating habits and daily routines, need to be addressed coll...