Explained: India’s Telegram Ban Ahead of NEET Re-Exam; Necessary Step or Pointless Move? - Times of India Videos
Why did the government temporarily block Telegram ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam? Authorities say fraud networks were allegedly using Telegram to create fake evidence of question paper leaks, triggering panic and undermining trust in the examination process. But critics argue the move affected millions of legitimate users who rely on the platform for education, communication and business. In this video, we break down the government's reasoning, the alleged scam involving Telegram's message-editing feature, the legal and constitutional questions surrounding the ban, and the larger debate over whether blocking a platform can really solve India's recurring exam integrity challenges.