NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Saxena and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday attended the ILBS (Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences) event on the occasion of World Liver Day.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also urged citizens to take small steps on World Liver Day to combat obesity and build a healthier India.

Taking to social media, X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote, "Commendable effort to mark #WorldLiverDay with a call for mindful eating and healthier living. Small steps like reducing oil intake can make a big difference. Together, let's build a fitter, healthier India by raising awareness about obesity. #StopObesity"

Speaking at the event, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, "... I made a huge change in my life since May 2020 till today. The required amount of sleep, water and diet, and routine exercise has given me a lot... Today, I stand before you free from any kind of allopathic medicine and insulin..."

"The youth of the nation have to live another 40-50 years and contribute to the country's progress. I request them to dedicate two hours of exercise for their body and six hours of sleep for their brain. This would be extremely useful. This is my own experience... I came here today to share this experience," Shah said.

Amit Shah shared his personal experience of adopting a healthier lifestyle, crediting regular exercise, proper sleep, and diet for his improved health, and urged the youth to prioritise physical activity and rest for a better future.