In 2023, the prevalence of overweight children under 5 in India stood at 3.0%. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase year-on-year, from 3.1% in 2024 to 3.5% in 2028. This represents a consistent growth rate of roughly 0.1 percentage points annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is projected at approximately 3.1%.

Future trends to watch for:

The impact of urbanization and changing dietary patterns on childhood nutrition.
The effectiveness of policy measures aimed at reducing childhood obesity.
Emerging health campaigns and their influence on awareness and prevention.