IMC 2026: 'Bharat Sandesh App' to facilitate direct communication between the government and the public..

Accessing government services could become easier if information about government schemes reaches people directly and they, in turn, can convey their opinions straight to the government. In this direction, an indigenous messaging platform named 'Bharat Sandesh App' has emerged. It was showcased at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026. This platform is designed to facilitate two-way communication between the government and the general public. Additionally, claims have been made regarding data security and freedom from foreign control.

What is the Bharat Sandesh App?
Bharat Sandesh is a messaging platform developed by ViH Messenger. According to reports, it operates on the BSNL network. Its primary objective is to disseminate information about government schemes, programs, and other essential details to citizens, while also gathering feedback from them.
A key feature is that it is not limited to one-way messaging from the government; citizens can also respond to queries and share their opinions. This can help in gauging public reaction to government programs.

Ability to respond in one's own language
Bharat Sandesh supports local languages. Users can respond via text messages, voice, or an AI-assisted chatbot. This makes the platform accessible even to those who are not comfortable communicating in English.
For instance, when information regarding a government scheme is shared, citizens can provide feedback in their own language. This helps the government understand the views of people from diverse regions.

Claim of no foreign control
This platform has been introduced as a completely indigenous digital solution. It is claimed that Bharat Sandesh is free from the control of any foreign company and is not influenced by foreign algorithms.

Furthermore, it is claimed that user data will remain within India and be subject to Indian laws. It is also stated that the revenue generated by the platform will remain within the country. However, independent technical verification of these claims and detailed information regarding data management are yet to be revealed.

**End-to-end encryption will also be included**
'Bharat Sandesh' claims to feature end-to-end encryption. This technology aims to secure conversations in such a way that messages remain readable only to the participants involved in the exchange.

The platform's vision has also been linked to the role of UPI in digital payments. Just as UPI strengthened the domestic alternative for digital transactions in the country, 'Bharat Sandesh' could represent a step towards providing an indigenous alternative in the messaging sector.

**When will the 'Bharat Sandesh' app be available?**
'Bharat Sandesh' is currently being showcased at the India Mobile Congress 2026 in New Delhi. Details regarding when and where general users will be able to download it have not yet been disclosed. Further information concerning its availability, full feature set, and security protocols is awaited.

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