Indore School Seeks Supreme Court Action on Children's Social Media Use
Emerald Heights International School in Indore has filed a public interest litigation in the Supreme Court, requesting restrictions on children's social media usage. The petition argues that the state has a constitutional duty to protect minors from online risks, including cyberbullying and mental health issues. It highlights the inadequacy of parental controls and voluntary safeguards by tech companies. The petitioners seek a comprehensive regulatory framework to ensure children's safety online, invoking various articles of the Constitution and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. The Supreme Court has not yet scheduled a hearing date for this case, which follows a recent examination of guidelines for minors' social media accounts.
Published 14 hours ago • 13 Oct 2026, 03:51 PM IST