A ground survey titled “Technoference Angle in Kashmiri Households” was conducted on June 13, 2026, by students of the Department of Public Administration at Amar Singh College across various schools in Pulwama district. The survey was carried out under the guidance of Dr. Zubair Nazeer Malik, Head of the Department of Public Administration. 

The study aimed to understand the growing impact of digital technology and smartphone usage on family relationships, emotional well-being, and teenage behavior in Kashmiri households. Students from classes 8th to 10th, aged between 13 and 15 years, were selected for the survey. Investigators used structured scheduling methods and interactive discussions to create a comfortable environment that encouraged students to openly share their experiences and concerns. 

The findings revealed a deeply concerning reality. Around 91.3% of the respondents reported that they regularly use mobile phones. While investigators initially expected to document the broader influence of digital technology on teenagers, the survey exposed a far more troubling picture — one marked by emotional disconnect, domestic tension, anxiety, and strained family relationships. More than 21.4% of students disclosed that their fathers physically punish them for prolonged phone usage, even when they complete their academic and household responsibilities. Investigators noted that these incidents reflected not only concerns about excessive screen time but also growing........

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