The Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police has registered a case against two YouTube channels for creating and posting obscene content with minors. Officials said the videos constituted child abuse and violated provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses Act (POCSO).
City Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar issued a strong warning to content creators, saying that freedom on social media does not permit creation or sharing of objectionable material. “When values fade into the illusion of opinions, what do we become? How justifiable is it to risk children’s futures for likes?” he said, urging creators to consider the moral cost of chasing online popularity.
Mr. Sajjanar emphasized that engaging minors in inappropriate or suggestive videos is a serious offense under both the POCSO Act and the Juvenile Justice Act. He advised digital creators to focus on producing responsible and positive content that can inspire rather than mislead young audiences.
He further appealed to parents to remain vigilant about the kind of online content their children consume and to ensure a safe digital environment at home. Citizens have been urged to report any such indecent content to the National Cyber Crime Portal or helpline 1930.
Following the commissioner’s warning, several YouTube and Instagram channels reportedly deleted the offending videos.
Published – 19 Oct 2025 20:44 IST
