Dr. Rekha Chaudhari

A Global Wellness Ambassador and the Founder of World Digital Detox Day, transforming tribal youth lives. An international entrepreneur and global authority set

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Congratulations to the UK Government for taking decisive action to protect children from the harms of social media.

Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi, India must also act. (WDDD) our petition on child online safety has been awaiting action for over two years. Every day of delay exposes more children to addiction, cyberbullying, mental health challenges, and digital harm.

Child safety cannot wait.

#WorldDigitalDetoxDay #ChildSafety #DigitalWellness #ProtectChildren #OnlineSafety #India

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positive step from the gov of Karnataka to restrict social media access for children below 16.For years through World Digital Detox Day we have been raising this concern. even filed a petition requesting a ban on social media for children under 16 to protect their mental health.

[Dr. Rekha Chaudhari @rekhach]

Tragic loss of three young sisters from Ghaziabad is a wake-up call.
Children today face silent mental health struggles linked to excessive mobile use & unsafe online exposure. We need urgent awareness, strong child safety rules on social media,
#ProtectChildhood #DigitalSafety #

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Digital wellness is not anti-technology. It is pro-child, pro-family, and pro-future. India has an opportunity to lead the world in responsible digital living.

Learn more: https://t.co/3KHShh8HKE
#DigitalResponsibility #PMOIndia #WDDD

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World Digital Detox Day, active in 78+ countries, offers global best practices, research support, and scalable models for national implementation.

#WDDD #GlobalMovement #DigitalWellness

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This framework aligns with global standards from WHO, UNICEF, UNESCO, and OECD, positioning India as a leader in human-centric digital governance.

#GlobalLeadership #DigitalPolicy #IndiaLeads #WDDD

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State-level Digital Wellness Implementation Boards can ensure decentralised execution, monitoring, and adaptation to local needs.

#StatePolicy #Governance #NITIAayog

[Dr. Rekha Chaudhari @rekhach]

Digital addiction screening should be integrated into national mental health programs, especially for adolescents and college students.

#MentalHealthIndia #MoHFWIndia #YouthWellbeing

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A National Registry of Digital Wellness Schools can incentivise institutions that implement digital detox policies and holistic wellbeing practices effectively.

#HealthySchools #EducationPolicy #DigitalWellness #pmoindia

[Dr. Rekha Chaudhari @rekhach]

Early childhood requires special protection. Clear screen-time limits for children under 6 and restrictions on mobile use in anganwadis are strongly recommended.

#EarlyChildhoodCare #MWCDIndia #ChildSafety

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Community-level Digital Wellness Counselling Corners can provide local support to families facing screen addiction, behavioural issues, and tech-related stress.

#CommunityHealth #MoHFWIndia #MentalWellbeing
#pmoindia

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Parents play a central role. Structured parental counselling, digital discipline guidelines, and mandatory school-led awareness programs are key pillars of the framework.

#ParentingInDigitalAge #MWCDIndia #FamilyWellbeing
#WorldDigitalDetoxDay #MyGovIndia ##pmoindia

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Teachers must be trained to identify early signs of digital overuse. Orientation programs and off-screen learning methods are essential for long-term impact.

#TeacherTraining #MoEIndia #ChildDevelopment #WorldDigitalDetoxDay #MyGovIndia #DigitalIndia

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Proposed school measures include Digital-Free Hours, No-Screen Days, Digital Detox Charters, and annual Digital Wellness Audits to ensure accountability.

#SchoolWellbeing #NEP2020 #HealthySchools #pmoindia

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Schools are critical intervention spaces. Digital Wellness should be integrated into curricula from Class 1 onwards, focusing on healthy screen habits, digital etiquette, and emotional regulation.

#EducationReform #NEP

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A National Digital Wellness Mission is proposed under the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Health, aligned with successful movements like Fit India and Swachh Bharat.

#PublicHealthPolicy

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Digital wellness must now be recognised as a national priority, similar to physical fitness and sanitation. Awareness alone is not enough. Structured policy and monitoring are essential.

#DigitalWellnessMission

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Subsequently, the Ministry of Women & Child Development convened a meeting on 21 May 2025 to discuss the concerns raised, including social media age restrictions and digital safety mechanisms.

#MWCD #ChildProtection

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On 04 April 2025, the Supreme Court granted liberty to make a formal representation to the Government, directing that the issue be considered at the policy level. This marked an official entry into governance dialogue.

#SupremeCourtOfIndia