The government is considering stricter controls on children’s use of digital devices and social media, citing a rise in exploitation, addiction and behavioural issues linked to unsupervised access, Women and Child Affairs Minister Saroja Savithri Paulraj said.
She said authorities are deliberating potential restrictions, including limiting mobile device use among young children and banning social media access for minors.
A special committee chaired by the Prime Minister, Harini Amarasuriya, has been appointed to formulate policy recommendations on child safety in the digital space.
She said proposals have now been recommended to prohibit children under the age of five from accessing digital screens and to ban social media use for those under 12.
The minister said the measures are being considered in response to increasing risks associated with digital technology and to ensure safer environments for children. (Newswire)
