The government-directed suspension took effect on Tuesday and is scheduled to remain in force until June 22. Authorities said the measure was intended to prevent the circulation of leaked examination material and curb malpractice among candidates seeking admission to medical colleges.

According to the report, Telegram has approached the court seeking relief from the temporary restrictions, arguing against the government’s action. Details of the petition and the grounds on which it was filed were not immediately available.

Telegram did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.

The dispute comes amid heightened scrutiny of examination security in India following allegations of widespread irregularities in competitive entrance tests.

Last month, the Indian government canceled a major undergraduate medical entrance examination after investigators began probing claims that question papers had been leaked before the test. The controversy triggered public concern over the integrity of one of the country’s most important academic selection processes.

The temporary restriction on Telegram reflects growing efforts by authorities to prevent digital platforms from being used to disseminate examination materials illegally. Messaging applications have increasingly come under regulatory attention in India as officials seek to combat online fraud, misinformation and unlawful content distribution.

The outcome of Telegram’s legal challenge could be closely watched by technology companies, legal experts and policymakers, as it may influence the balance between government enforcement measures and the operation of digital communication platforms in India.

The court has not yet publicly announced a timeline for hearing the matter.