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20 DAYS AGO | , India |
Andhra Bans Kids from Social Media
Event Summary
On March 7, 2026, the Indian states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh became the first in the country to announce bans on social media use for children. Karnataka set the threshold at under 16, while Andhra Pradesh set it at under 13, giving itself 90 days to implement. This move represents a significant regional push to regulate children's digital access.
State Governments & Supporters
"View the bans as a necessary public health measure to protect children from addiction, harmful content, and mental health risks linked to social media."
Digital Rights Advocates & Critics
"Criticize the bans as disproportionate, legally questionable, and impractical, warning they may fail to address root causes while harming children's rights."