What is Maharashtra government doing about child digital addiction?

The Maharashtra government is forming an expert task force to study digital addiction among children and recommend remedial measures.

What are the impacts of digital addiction on children in Maharashtra?

Digital addiction can lead to increased irritability, decline in academic performance, phantom vibration syndrome, social withdrawal, anxiety, and depression.

What measures is Maharashtra considering to address gaming addiction?

Measures under consideration include mandatory age verification for gaming platforms, 'time-out' features, and integrating 'Digital Hygiene' into school curricula.

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Maharashtra Forms Task Force for Digital Addiction Crisis

25 Feb

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Summary

Maharashtra government to form an expert task force on digital addiction.
Task force will include legislators, educationists, and mental health experts.
Study reveals 40% of children show moderate to severe gaming addiction.

Maharashtra Forms Task Force for Digital Addiction Crisis

In response to escalating concerns about digital addiction among minors, the Maharashtra government has announced the formation of an expert task force. This initiative, revealed by State IT Minister Ashish Shelar, aims to comprehensively study the issue and propose effective solutions. The task force will include members from the state legislature, alongside educationists, psychiatrists, child counsellors, technology experts, and doctors.