Assam Police cuts obesity rates to 2.06% in latest BMI fitness drive
The Assam Police has completed its annual Body Mass Index (BMI) test, revealing a significant drop in obesity levels among its personnel. The test, conducted on 73,317 officers and staff, showed that only 2.06% fall into the 'obese' category, according to the World Health Organization's definition of a BMI over 30.
This is the third consecutive year that the BMI test has been carried out, indicating a consistent improvement in the physical fitness of the Assam Police. The latest round began on August 16 and concluded in September. The test aims to boost physical readiness across all units of the police department. The head of the Assam Police, whose efforts have driven this success, has not been specified in the available information.
With only 2.06% of Assam Police personnel now considered obese, the department's fitness program has shown clear progress. This decline in obesity levels reflects a commitment to enhancing the physical readiness of all officers and staff.