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policy HT Friday, 6 March 2026 NEW

After Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh mulls social media ban for minors

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Summary

The Andhra Pradesh government is considering a ban on social media access for children below 13 years of age.

Key Facts

Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Friday, 6 March 2026
Affected Population ~470 million children under 18, 365 million youth

Key Numbers

ICDS: 8 crore beneficiaries under 6
14 lakh Anganwadi centres
POSHAN Abhiyaan: Rs 3,000 crore annually

Key Authorities

Ministry of Women & Child DevelopmentNCPCRMinistry of Youth Affairs

Key Stakeholders

ChildrenAdolescentsAnganwadi Workers

Government Context

NDA III BJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
Left Centre Right

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