Punjab Assembly seeks ban on social media for under-16s
By The BriefBrief
The Punjab Assembly passed a resolution calling for an effective legal ban on social media accounts for children under 16. The resolution, submitted in July by Child Protection Bureau chairperson Sarah Ahmad, cites risks including cyberbullying, online sexual exploitation, inappropriate content and mental stress.
WHO:Punjab Assembly
WHAT:Passed a resolution seeking an effective legal ban on social media accounts for children under 16
WHEN:Sep 1, 2026
WHERE:Punjab, Pakistan
WHY:To protect minors from dangers of social media, including cyberbullying, online sexual exploitation, inappropriate content and mental stress.
