NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday offered a witty response to his son Ishaan Tharoor’s social media post calling for a ban on “boomers” using WhatsApp, adding a humorous twist to an ongoing debate over children’s access to social media.The exchange began after Ishaan reacted to Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu’s suggestion that India should ban young children from using social media, similar to recently approved restrictions in France.”I agree young kids should not be on social media at all. But India needs to ban Boomers on WhatsApp first before it does anything else,” Ishaan wrote on X.Responding to the post, Shashi Tharoor quipped, “Given our reproductive patterns, my son, unlike in the West, every generation of Indians, including yours, qualifies as [baby]Boomers!”Debate sparked by Sridhar Vembu’s proposalThe online exchange followed comments by Sridhar Vembu, who backed restrictions on children’s use of social media after France passed legislation banning children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms and prohibiting mobile phone use in schools.CJP Jantar Mantar Protest UpdatesDharmendra Pradhan resigns as Union education minister amid massive student protests’We won’t go’: CJP’s Dipke says protests to continue till all demands metFresh clashes at Jantar Mantar after Pradhan’s exit; tear gas fired, stones peltedVembu argued that young children should spend less time on digital platforms and more time engaging in outdoor activities and reading.”India should ban social media for young children too. I believe young children should read physical books, play in the dirt under the sun, and stay away from social media!” he said.His remarks triggered mixed reactions online, with some users supporting stricter controls on children’s social media use, while others argued that such decisions should be left to parents rather than the government.The term “boomer”, originally referring to people born between 1946 and 1964 during the post-World War II baby boom, is now commonly used online as slang for older people perceived to hold outdated views or frequently offer unsolicited advice.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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![NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday offered a witty response to his son Ishaan Tharoor’s social media post calling for a ban on “boomers” using WhatsApp, adding a humorous twist to an ongoing debate over children’s access to social media.The exchange began after Ishaan reacted to Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu’s suggestion that India should ban young children from using social media, similar to recently approved restrictions in France.”I agree young kids should not be on social media at all. But India needs to ban Boomers on WhatsApp first before it does anything else,” Ishaan wrote on X.Responding to the post, Shashi Tharoor quipped, “Given our reproductive patterns, my son, unlike in the West, every generation of Indians, including yours, qualifies as [baby]Boomers!”Debate sparked by Sridhar Vembu’s proposalThe online exchange followed comments by Sridhar Vembu, who backed restrictions on children’s use of social media after France passed legislation banning children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms and prohibiting mobile phone use in schools.CJP Jantar Mantar Protest UpdatesDharmendra Pradhan resigns as Union education minister amid massive student protests’We won’t go’: CJP’s Dipke says protests to continue till all demands metFresh clashes at Jantar Mantar after Pradhan’s exit; tear gas fired, stones peltedVembu argued that young children should spend less time on digital platforms and more time engaging in outdoor activities and reading.”India should ban social media for young children too. I believe young children should read physical books, play in the dirt under the sun, and stay away from social media!” he said.His remarks triggered mixed reactions online, with some users supporting stricter controls on children’s social media use, while others argued that such decisions should be left to parents rather than the government.The term “boomer”, originally referring to people born between 1946 and 1964 during the post-World War II baby boom, is now commonly used online as slang for older people perceived to hold outdated views or frequently offer unsolicited advice.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Sets Up Exam Reform Task Force Under Infosys Co-Founder Nandan Nilekani After NEET Backlash‘Eating Chicken On Ganga River Is Not An Offence’: Supreme Court Judge Slams Arrests Over BiryaniAssam Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 66; BJP Launches ₹12 Crore Relief Campaign’Did You Approve This?’: Rahul Gandhi BLASTS Amit Shah Over ‘Barbaric Assault’ On Student Protesters’Don’t Cry Later’: Asaduddin Owaisi Makes Alliance Offer To Akhilesh Yadav To Oust BJP In UP PollsDelhi Drain Tragedy: 20-Year-Old US Student Dies After Car Plunges Into DrainKargil Vijay Diwas 2026: How Operation Vijay Transformed India’s Military And Defence Strategy3 Arrested In Assam As STF Cracks Down On Alleged Pakistan-Linked Sleeper Cell NetworkDelhi Approves Rs 6,970-Crore Tunnel Corridor To Cut Airport, Mahipalpur Traffic‘Time To Go Home’: CJP Removes Stage, Urges Protesters To Leave Jantar Mantar123PhotostoriesThese 5 viral relationship myths may be ruining your love life”They had..in the afternoon and with veggies and sambar in the evening”: R Madhavan reveals his grandparents’ staple food they ate till the age of 82; 6 South Indian ways to include it in your dietThe country that inspired the Mediterranean diet is now battling a childhood obesity crisis. What went wrong?Before you throw away coconut shells, try these 7 clever garden ideas insteadOptical illusion personality test: What you spot first in this picture tells how you approach problems in your life (there is a bonus hidden too)Why Red Wine should always be allowed to breathe before drinking—this is what happens inside the bottle and the glassThinking of dating a coworker? These 8 rules can save your relationship and your career“Talk to your baby as if they understand you”: Pediatrician shares 5 simple habits that may support your baby’s brain development5 natural foods that can kill cockroaches instantlyAriana Grande, Celine Dion, Katy Perry and more: Musicians who slammed the White House over unauthorised use of their songs123Hot PicksSchool holiday todayDelhi metroCJP ProtestMumbai rainGujarat RainAIIMS notificationNEET paper controversyAAI recruitment 2026Caitline ClarkTop TrendingMP NEET Arpirant RapeNEET Paper LeakCJP Protester AssaultedKerala IPS Ajith Kumar SuspensionAssam Flood DeathsDelhi Metro Stations ClosedMumbai ProtestUP Amroha WeddingHarbhajan singhIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19](https://vknewstoday.in/wp-content/uploads/1785090670_photo.jpg "NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday offered a witty response to his son Ishaan Tharoor’s social media post calling for a ban on “boomers” using WhatsApp, adding a humorous twist to an ongoing debate over children’s access to social media.The exchange began after Ishaan reacted to Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu’s suggestion that India should ban young children from using social media, similar to recently approved restrictions in France.”I agree young kids should not be on social media at all. But India needs to ban Boomers on WhatsApp first before it does anything else,” Ishaan wrote on X.Responding to the post, Shashi Tharoor quipped, “Given our reproductive patterns, my son, unlike in the West, every generation of Indians, including yours, qualifies as [baby]Boomers!”Debate sparked by Sridhar Vembu’s proposalThe online exchange followed comments by Sridhar Vembu, who backed restrictions on children’s use of social media after France passed legislation banning children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms and prohibiting mobile phone use in schools.CJP Jantar Mantar Protest UpdatesDharmendra Pradhan resigns as Union education minister amid massive student protests’We won’t go’: CJP’s Dipke says protests to continue till all demands metFresh clashes at Jantar Mantar after Pradhan’s exit; tear gas fired, stones peltedVembu argued that young children should spend less time on digital platforms and more time engaging in outdoor activities and reading.”India should ban social media for young children too. I believe young children should read physical books, play in the dirt under the sun, and stay away from social media!” he said.His remarks triggered mixed reactions online, with some users supporting stricter controls on children’s social media use, while others argued that such decisions should be left to parents rather than the government.The term “boomer”, originally referring to people born between 1946 and 1964 during the post-World War II baby boom, is now commonly used online as slang for older people perceived to hold outdated views or frequently offer unsolicited advice.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Sets Up Exam Reform Task Force Under Infosys Co-Founder Nandan Nilekani After NEET Backlash‘Eating Chicken On Ganga River Is Not An Offence’: Supreme Court Judge Slams Arrests Over BiryaniAssam Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 66; BJP Launches ₹12 Crore Relief Campaign’Did You Approve This?’: Rahul Gandhi BLASTS Amit Shah Over ‘Barbaric Assault’ On Student Protesters’Don’t Cry Later’: Asaduddin Owaisi Makes Alliance Offer To Akhilesh Yadav To Oust BJP In UP PollsDelhi Drain Tragedy: 20-Year-Old US Student Dies After Car Plunges Into DrainKargil Vijay Diwas 2026: How Operation Vijay Transformed India’s Military And Defence Strategy3 Arrested In Assam As STF Cracks Down On Alleged Pakistan-Linked Sleeper Cell NetworkDelhi Approves Rs 6,970-Crore Tunnel Corridor To Cut Airport, Mahipalpur Traffic‘Time To Go Home’: CJP Removes Stage, Urges Protesters To Leave Jantar Mantar123PhotostoriesThese 5 viral relationship myths may be ruining your love life”They had..in the afternoon and with veggies and sambar in the evening”: R Madhavan reveals his grandparents’ staple food they ate till the age of 82; 6 South Indian ways to include it in your dietThe country that inspired the Mediterranean diet is now battling a childhood obesity crisis. What went wrong?Before you throw away coconut shells, try these 7 clever garden ideas insteadOptical illusion personality test: What you spot first in this picture tells how you approach problems in your life (there is a bonus hidden too)Why Red Wine should always be allowed to breathe before drinking—this is what happens inside the bottle and the glassThinking of dating a coworker? These 8 rules can save your relationship and your career“Talk to your baby as if they understand you”: Pediatrician shares 5 simple habits that may support your baby’s brain development5 natural foods that can kill cockroaches instantlyAriana Grande, Celine Dion, Katy Perry and more: Musicians who slammed the White House over unauthorised use of their songs123Hot PicksSchool holiday todayDelhi metroCJP ProtestMumbai rainGujarat RainAIIMS notificationNEET paper controversyAAI recruitment 2026Caitline ClarkTop TrendingMP NEET Arpirant RapeNEET Paper LeakCJP Protester AssaultedKerala IPS Ajith Kumar SuspensionAssam Flood DeathsDelhi Metro Stations ClosedMumbai ProtestUP Amroha WeddingHarbhajan singhIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19")
NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday offered a witty response to his son Ishaan Tharoor’s social media post calling for a ban on “boomers” using WhatsApp, adding a humorous twist to an ongoing debate over children’s access to social media.The exchange began after Ishaan reacted to Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu’s suggestion that India should ban young children from using social media, similar to recently approved restrictions in France.“I agree young kids should not be on social media at all. But India needs to ban Boomers on WhatsApp first before it does anything else,” Ishaan wrote on X.Responding to the post, Shashi Tharoor quipped, “Given our reproductive patterns, my son, unlike in the West, every generation of Indians, including yours, qualifies as [baby]Boomers!”
Debate sparked by Sridhar Vembu’s proposal
The online exchange followed comments by Sridhar Vembu, who backed restrictions on children’s use of social media after France passed legislation banning children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms and prohibiting mobile phone use in schools.
CJP Jantar Mantar Protest Updates
Vembu argued that young children should spend less time on digital platforms and more time engaging in outdoor activities and reading.“India should ban social media for young children too. I believe young children should read physical books, play in the dirt under the sun, and stay away from social media!” he said.His remarks triggered mixed reactions online, with some users supporting stricter controls on children’s social media use, while others argued that such decisions should be left to parents rather than the government.The term “boomer”, originally referring to people born between 1946 and 1964 during the post-World War II baby boom, is now commonly used online as slang for older people perceived to hold outdated views or frequently offer unsolicited advice.
