Families in Gujarat Hire Bouncers to Guard Teenagers Addicted to Phones and Social Media
In Ahmedabad and other Gujarat cities, families are hiring bouncers to guard teenagers addicted to phones, social media, gaming, and drugs. Security agencies report rising demand for this unconventional service, with families spending Rs 50,000-65,000 monthly. Mental health experts link the trend to increased screen time during the Covid-19 pandemic.