Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu Announces Social Media Ban For Children Below 13 Years Of Age
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Summary
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced that social media will be banned for children below 13, with the policy set to be implemented over the next 90 days.
Key Facts
Type Announcement
Source News18 - India
Published Friday, 6 March 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
ICDS: 8 crore beneficiaries under 6
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right