Wednesday 1 September 2021

Indian Government - Wise decision

India banned TikTok and other Chines APPS temporarily on June 29, 2020 and permanently banned it in the month of June 2021.

Response from TikTok representative was:

"We are evaluating the notice and will respond to it as appropriate. TikTok was among the first companies to comply with the Government of India directive issued on June 29, 2020. We continually strive to comply with local laws and regulations and do our best to address any concerns the government may have. Ensuring the privacy and security of all our users remains to be our topmost priority,"

Indian Government's decision turned out to be a correct one. 

Recent news stated that Chinese Government has taken stake in TikTok and they will also get a board seat.

The above move directly impacts the data sharing of the Indian citizens with Chinese Government.

Lets visit some of the news agencies as to what they reported when TikTok was banned:

Is India’s ban on Tiktok and 58 other Chinese apps consistent with the provisions of IT Act? The restrictions also limit the fundamental right to free expression. - scroll.in

What Indians Lost When The Government Banned TikTok - thewire.in

TikTok ban in India causing $500,000 daily loss, job risks, says Bytedance - businessstoday.in

There are other news agencies which supported the ban and stated this as an opportunity to boost Make In India apps.

Hope many Indians who were disappointed with banning of TikTok are now convinced about the Government stance.