Proposal to Restrict Social Media for Children Under 13
- Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed his worries about children who use social media platforms. He said the government plans to restrict access for children under the age of 13.
- The Chief Minister shared these remarks in the Legislative Assembly during discussions on the Money Laundering Bill. He explained that experts and officials suggested limiting social media use for younger children to reduce possible harm.
Implementation Plan Within 90 Days
- The Chief Minister said the government will begin a program within the next 90 days. The goal is to make social media platforms inaccessible to users below 13 years of age.
- He also said the government will hold discussions with stakeholders. These discussions will focus on deciding suitable rules for children between the ages of 13 and 16.
Focus on Child Safety
The Chief Minister stated that the government wants to protect children from harmful effects which social media brings to their lives. He stated that the government wants to ensure that young users do not face harm from excessive or uncontrolled online activity.
Warning About Technology Addiction
- The Chief Minister explained how technology abuse creates negative effects on society. He said technology becomes dangerous when people use it inappropriately. When social media becomes an addiction, it creates negative effects on people who experience it.
- He showed that the government works to create safe technology use environments which help children while keeping harmful elements away from them.
