The Economic Times

Time to walk and cycle the talk: Unsafe roads and broken footpaths are worsening Indias obesity crisis

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.