Centre Asks Meta to Pause WhatsApp Username Rollout

July 02, 2026

Current Context: The Central Government has directed Meta to pause the rollout of WhatsApp's Username feature in India and has sought a detailed explanation within three days over concerns related to user privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.

Centre Asks Meta to Pause WhatsApp Username Rollout

Key Highlights

  • The direction was issued to Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp.
  • The government asked Meta to temporarily halt the rollout of the Username feature.
  • Meta has been asked to submit an explanation within three days.
  • The government will examine the feature's impact on user privacy, security, and legal compliance before allowing wider implementation.

Question: 

Q1.The Central Government asked which company to pause the rollout of WhatsApp's Username feature?
a) Google
b) Apple
c) Meta
d) Microsoft

Answer: c) Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, was directed to pause the rollout.

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