No social media for under-16s? Karnataka govt proposes ban; Andhra Pradesh, Goa weigh similar steps — what you need to know

Karnataka’s Chief Minister Siddaramaiah proposed a ban on social media for children under 16 in the state budget, aiming to curb excessive mobile phone use and its negative impacts on learning and mental health. This initiative aligns with broader discussions in other Indian states and international examples, while the budget also includes significant technology and infrastructure development plans.