Goa's Information Technology Minister Rohan Khaunte announced that the state government will soon submit a proposal to ban social media use for children under 16 years old. This decision follows consultations with industry and academic experts and aims to promote the 'beneficial use of technology' among youth. Khaunte highlighted the challenges parents face in managing their children's online activities, stating that a formal policy would help them find a balance. The proposal focuses on restricting detrimental social media use while encouraging educational tools like Google. Other Indian states, including Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, are also considering similar age-based restrictions. Currently, there are no laws in India explicitly barring children from accessing social media, but the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act requires parental consent for processing personal data of individuals under 18, indirectly limiting minors' access to these platforms.