Milind Deora Urges Greater Social Media Accountability in Rajya Sabha
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Milind Deora in Rajya Sabha: Make Social Media Accountable for Teen Impact
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News18•10-03-2026, 15:45
Milind Deora in Rajya Sabha: Make Social Media Accountable for Teen Impact
•Shiv Sena MP Milind Murli Deora urged the government to make social media companies more accountable in Rajya Sabha.
•Highlighted the adverse impact of digital platforms on teenagers, citing rising depression, suicides, and online gaming addiction.
•Mentioned 27% Indian teens show social media addiction and 33% children face cyberbullying, with juvenile offenses rising.
•Noted countries like France, Australia, and Indonesia have banned social media for teens, and French President Emmanuel Macron urged India to consider similar restrictions.
•Called for stricter accountability beyond the DPDP framework and integrating digital literacy and mental health education in schools.
