AP Government Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s to Protect Youth
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News18•22-01-2026, 13:46
AP Government Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s to Protect Youth
- •The AP government is exploring a ban on social media for children under 16 years old due to concerns about addiction and exposure to inappropriate content.
- •IT Minister Nara Lokesh discussed this initiative with Bloomberg in Davos, citing Australia's similar decision as a model for study.
- •TDP National Spokesperson Deepak Reddy supported the move, highlighting the mental health risks and lack of emotional maturity in minors exposed to harmful online content.
- •The government aims to prevent children from being misled and corrupted by social media, emphasizing the need for strong legal measures.
- •The Telugu Desam Party fully backs Nara Lokesh's efforts to protect children from toxic online content, suggesting a new law may be imminent.
Why It Matters: AP government plans social media ban for under-16s, citing youth protection and mental health concerns.
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