Karnataka Budget 2026: CM Siddaramaiah Bans Social Media For Under-16s, Unveils ₹4.48 Lakh Crore Fiscal Plan Amidst Central Funding Grievances
Published on: March 6, 2026, 3:51 p.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
Presenting a ₹4.48-lakh-crore budget, Siddaramaiah announced that the Karnataka government will prohibit children below 16 from using social media. The move aims to safeguard students’ mental health and character. The government will also intensify efforts to curb drug abuse on campuses through awareness drives, strict discipline and counselling centres.
