The Economic Survey 2025-26 has recommended a 17-hour ban on advertisements promoting ultra-processed food to curb rising childhood obesity. It also proposed higher taxes, stricter food labelling norms and regulatory measures to reduce consumption and protect public health
Digital addiction is emerging as a major health challenge among children and youth, worsening mental health outcomes, the Economic Survey 2025-26 said. It flagged rising social media and gaming dependence and outlined measures to promote digital wellness and safer technology use.
