Is India Planning To Ban Instagram, Facebook & Snapchat For Teens?

The issue has already drawn attention from state governments and the Union finance ministry, reflecting growing concern over the impact of social media on children and adolescents. (AI Image) India is weighing possible age restrictions on social media use, with the debate intensifying over whether children under 16 should be allowed to maintain accounts on major platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat. The discussion could pose a fresh challenge for global technology firms operating in one of their largest and fastest-growing markets. Parliamentarian Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu, whose party aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s coalition, said he plans…