Telegram removed hundreds of exam‑scam channels before India ban, says founder Pavel Durov

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, addressed recent regulatory actions in India. He said the messaging app removed hundreds of channels that promoted exam scams. The deletions occurred before the Indian government imposed a ban on Telegram. Durov described the Indian restriction as “A” (as quoted in his statement). The move targets illicit content that exploits students seeking exam help. Indian authorities have been tightening controls on digital platforms. Telegram’s pre‑emptive cleanup aims to comply with local regulations. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between global apps and national policies.