New Delhi, India, 29th May 2025: Eli Lilly and Company (India) has entered into a partnership with Apollo Clinic, a prominent clinic network under Apollo Health and Lifestyle, and Apollo HealthCo. (Apollo 24|7), all part of larger Apollo Group, to raise awareness about obesity and type 2 diabetes. This joint initiative will focus on boosting awareness and promoting appropriate healthcare solutions for obesity and type 2 diabetes nationwide. Obesity, a chronic relapsing disease, is a major risk factor for diabetes, is linked to over 200 health complications, including hypertension, dyslipidemia, coronary heart disease, and obstructive sleep apnea to name a few.1,2 As of 2023, adult obesity prevalence in India stood at around 6.5%, affecting nearly 100 million people.3

“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to support people living with obesity and type 2 diabetes by increasing awareness around prevention and evidence-based management,” said Winselow Tucker, President and General Manager, India. “Through this partnership, we aim to make a meaningful impact on how obesity and type 2 diabetes are understood and managed. Together, we're working to improve awareness, support better outcomes, and empower individuals to take charge of their long-term health.”

“This collaboration marks the beginning of a long-term commitment to transforming obesity and type 2 diabetes care in India. Our yearly "Health of Nation" reports highlight a concerning trend: 49% of women and 55% of men under 40 are obese, a figure that drastically rises to 73% of women and 65% of men in the 40-55 age group.4 This alarming rise in obesity and physical inactivity, along with non-communicable diseases, remains undiagnosed and underscores the urgent need for action,” said Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director Apollo Hospitals Group. “With significant solutions in the scientific realm for Obesity management in many of our hospitals, we are now committed to creating Centres of Excellence in Obesity Management. Such partnerships aim to develop a scalable & impactful model that can drive future healthcare initiatives and significantly improve patient outcomes across the country.” she added.

Recognizing obesity as a chronic and relapsing disease that significantly elevates the risk of diabetes and contributes to a wide range of health complications, including hypertension and heart disease, makes health education the need of the hour. Planned to roll out across more than 200 Apollo clinics and involving 300 medical practitioners, this collaboration aims to make a tangible difference in the lives of millions.

About Lilly

Lilly is a medicine company turning science into healing to make life better for people around the world. We've been pioneering life-changing discoveries for nearly 150 years, and today our medicines help tens of millions of people across the globe. Harnessing the power of biotechnology, chemistry and genetic medicine, our scientists are urgently advancing new discoveries to solve some of the world's most significant health challenges: redefining diabetes care; treating obesity and curtailing its most devastating long-term effects; advancing the fight against Alzheimer's disease; providing solutions to some of the most debilitating immune system disorders; and transforming the most difficult-to-treat cancers into manageable diseases. With each step toward a healthier world, we're motivated by one thing: making life better for millions more people. That includes delivering innovative clinical trials that reflect the diversity of our world and working to ensure our medicines are accessible and affordable. To learn more, visit Home | Lilly India follow us on LinkedIn. 

Apollo Health and Lifestyle Limited

For two and a half decades, Apollo Health and Lifestyle (AHLL) has touched over 20 million lives via the network of 5,500+ doctors. Focused on preventive care and well-being, AHLL has built India's largest day-to-day healthcare network, bridging the gap between hospitals and homes. With 2000+ patient care centers, 300+ primary clinics, and a collective 60+ specialized hospitals of Apollo Cradle & Apollo Fertility and Apollo Spectra, AHLL delivers quality, accessible healthcare at every stage of life. With rapid expansion, AHLL is geared to step into the next phase of growth and cater to the healthcare needs of a growing Indian population.