Synopsis : The Andhra Pradesh government formed a Group of Ministers to introduce a new bill to curb social media abuse, citing concerns that existing laws are inadequate to protect victims from online vitriol and misinformation. Home Minister V Anita noted that cybercriminals — often hiding behind anonymity — are inciting hate and disturbing public harmony.

The Andhra Pradesh government has set in motion a plan to introduce a new bill to curb social media abuse, citing concerns that existing laws are inadequate to protect victims from online vitriol and misinformation.

In early September 2025, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu formed a Group of Ministers (GoM) headed by Home Minister Vangalapudi Anita to draft recommendations for the proposed legislation.

The four-member GoM includes

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