In Brief
This writ petition sought to ban the Blue Whale online game, an interactive challenge that allegedly drives players toward self-harm and suicide through brain-washing over 50 steps. The Supreme Court declined to impose only technical bans, noting the game spreads through hidden social media groups without downloadable apps. Instead, the Court directed all States and Union Territories to launch awareness campaigns in schools emphasizing the value and dignity of life, while assigning primary responsibility to parents and teachers to keep children engaged and optimistic. MeitY was directed to have social media platforms remove related links, and the State was empowered to educate children about such dangers generally, not specific games."
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