Sandes App Is Government's Made in India WhatsApp-Alternative: How to Use, Download and More
News 18The Indian government has rolled out a new instant messaging app, Sandes that is available to use for free on Android and iOS smartphones. The government has not shared any details about the app yet, but the new messaging platform is likely brought to rival international applications amid push for PM Narendra Modi’s Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat. iOS users can download the Sandes app via Apple App Store, while Android users can get the APK file via GIMS portal. Additionally, as first pointed out by Gadgets 360, Sandes app does not allow users to change their mobile number or email ID once signed up, and users would need to delete the profile to use the new contact info. Moreover, the Sandes app supports verified accounts for government employees – as per screenshots available on Apple App Store.