Telegram Ban Fails? NEET 2026 Shock as Users Claim App Still Working Across India

Brief By Free Press Journal / 2:17 PM on 16 Jun 2026

Despite government orders restricting Telegram ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam, many users reported uninterrupted access to the platform. The temporary ban, issued under emergency IT provisions until June 22, aims to curb exam-related malpractice. However, enforcement appears inconsistent, raising questions over its effectiveness and sparking fresh debate about digital restrictions and exam security.