Telegram challenges India ban imposed over exam paper leak concerns
Telegram has launched a legal challenge against an Indian government ban imposed over concerns that the platform was used to leak exam papers. Founder Pavel Durov called the move a "mistake," arguing it punishes millions of users. The case is seen as a significant test of India's regulatory approach to digital platforms.
Telegram has filed a formal legal challenge against an Indian government ban imposed after the platform was linked to leaks of exam papers. Founder and CEO Pavel Durov told the BBC the ban was a "mistake" and said the action violates the rights of millions of users.
Claims that questions from official Indian exams had circulated on certain Telegram channels triggered major public outrage earlier this year. The government said the platform had failed to comply with takedown orders on criminal content and chose to block access. The company says its own content moderation systems are sufficient and that the authorities should consider less restrictive options.
The case again sets India's "zero tolerance" stance toward digital platforms against concerns over freedom of expression. India has imposed wide-ranging new rules in recent years on services ranging from VPN providers to social media apps. The ruling could set a precedent that shapes how global messaging firms operate in the country.
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