Govt Blocks Telegram Ahead Of NEET Re-Test In India, Here Are 5 Alternatives

The Indian government has temporarily restricted Telegram access until June 22 ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination. This action, supported by NTA Director General Abhishek Singh, aims to stop organized cheating networks and fake paper leak claims. While the government intends to protect exam integrity and prevent student exploitation via misinformation, opposition parties have criticized the move as a sign of educational system failures. Consequently, users are exploring five alternative messaging applications during this restriction period.