Andhra Pradesh mulls over ban on social media for children below 13
Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
A programme to implement the restriction is likely to be rolled out within the next 90 days, the Chief Minister told the Legislative Assembly
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source The Hindu - National
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
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right