The Indian government’s week-long temporary ban on Telegram has expired, and the app is officially returning to service. The government has not extended the overall platform restriction.
The primary blocks are being lifted, but keep these key details in mind:
● App Store Status: The app has started returning to the Google Play Store, though some users report it may take time for telecommunication networks to fully propagate access or for the Apple App Store to fully restore the listing.
● Editing Restrictions: While messaging is coming back online, Telegram has been legally directed by the government to keep its message-editing feature disabled until June 30 to prevent exam-related tampering.
● Reason for the Block: The initial nationwide shutdown was ordered ahead of the NEET-UG medical re-examination to prevent organized cheating rings from using the platform to circulate fake papers and leaked exam content.
● How to Reconnect: To get your messages working again, fully close and restart the app, and check the respective app marketplaces for the latest Telegram updates.
