India’s parliamentary committee on communications and IT has urged the government to consider age‑based restrictions for social media users to curb rising risks faced by children online.
Panel Recommends Age Limits
The committee led by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey adopted a report recommending age checks on social platforms, though it did not specify a precise age threshold. The suggestion aims to protect minors as global momentum grows for stricter digital safety norms.
Focus on Child Safety and AI
The panel backed exploring broader legislation to prevent harm from social media, including misuse of artificial intelligence and harmful content that can affect young users.
Next Steps for Legislation
The report is set to be tabled in Parliament soon. States like Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have already pushed for restrictions, but no nationwide social media policy for minors exists yet.
