India, July 15 -- The Health Ministry has flagged popular Indian snacks like jalebis and samosas as part of a broader effort to tackle rising obesity rates in the country. It has directed central institutions, including AIIMS Nagpur, to display 'oil and sugar boards' to educate people about the health risks associated with excessive consumption of fried and sugary items. Also read | Cardiologist explains how harmful samosas, jalebis actually are after health ministry calls for cigarette like warning

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Udgeath Dhir, senior director, cardio thoracic vascular surgery, Fortis Hospital, Gurgaon said, "Repeated consumption of certain traditional food items, especially sweets and deep-fried snacks, is contri...