Bengaluru, Mar 14: Karnataka Government’s move to block social media for children under 16 is a crucial shield against the digital world’s dark side, where addictive algorithms, toxic content, and endless scrolling threaten kids’ mental health and real-world growth.
Unrestricted access floods impressionable minds with violence, adult themes, and fake perfection—sparking anxiety, obesity, sleep woes, and shattered self-esteem as children chase virtual likes over playground joy. Unlike books that build focus and imagination, platforms hijack attention, pulling kids from outdoor fun into isolated screen traps that stunt emotional maturity.
Parents and schools must step up as enforcers, swapping reels for reading and real bonds—this isn’t restriction, it’s rescue for a generation at risk. Implementation will test resolve, but it’s a vital wake-up call prioritizing childhood wonder over corporate clicks.
