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Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty Calls for Regulations on Child Portrayal on Social Media
New Delhi, December 5, 2025: In a session of the Rajya Sabha today, nominated MP Sudha Murty voiced serious concerns regarding the depiction of children on social media platforms. Murty urged the government to establish regulations to protect children’s well-being and ensure a good value system is instilled in the younger generation.
During Zero Hour, Murty highlighted the growing trend of parents showcasing their children on social media for financial gain, leading to potential psychological harm and a loss of innocence. She emphasized that children are often exposed to inappropriate content and commercialization without their consent, hindering their development in crucial areas like education, sports, and social activities.
Drawing parallels with existing regulations for children in advertisements and the film industry, Murty pointed out the lack of similar safeguards on social media. She warned that the absence of restrictions on children’s attire, performances, and overall portrayal could have detrimental consequences for the future generation.
Murty concluded by imploring the Central government to take immediate action by implementing regulations to address the portrayal of children on social media platforms, emphasizing the need to protect their innocence and foster a healthy upbringing.
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