# Karnataka

Type: government

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## Timeline

- **2027-01-01**: Potential Implementation — Earliest possible date for enforcement, pending legal challenges and technical readiness.
- **2026-Q3 (projected)**: Legislative Debate — The bill will face scrutiny in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly regarding its legal validity.
- **2026-Q2 (expected)**: Draft Bill Publication — The state government is expected to release a draft bill for public and stakeholder consultation.
- **2026-03-06**: Budget Announcement — CM Siddaramaiah officially proposes the under-16 social media ban during the Karnataka budget speech.

## Recent coverage (1 stories, network-wide)

### Karnataka Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-16s in Landmark Budget Move
2026-03-06 13:43:02 · Sector: legal · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced a legislative intent to ban social media access for children under the age of 16. The proposal, unveiled during the state budget, positions Karnataka as a pioneer in Indian digital regulation while raising complex questions about enforcement and federal jurisdiction.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/karnataka-social-media-ban-under-16-siddaramaiah

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