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Is Sandes app available for public?
Sandes is an Indian state-owned freeware instant messaging platform developed by the Government of India. In initial releases it was only accessible by government officials but now it is available for the public. At present, full features of the platform are only available to verified users.
How do I get the Sandes app?
The Android and iOS versions of Sandes are available at https:// gims.gov.in.
Who can use Sandes app?
Sandes, which is the Indian government’s instant messaging app, is now accessible to everyone. Previously, it was only available for government officials.
WHO has launched an app called Sandes?
The government has launched an instant messaging platform called ‘Sandes’, Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar said in a written reply in the Lok Sabha. The new platform is seen as an Indian alternative to the popular global messaging service WhatsApp which is owned by Facebook.
WHO launched an app called Sandes?
How do you make a Sandes account?
Android users can search ‘Sandes’ in Google Play Store or open https://www.sandes.gov.in/dash/dlink on the mobile browser. User can provide basic profile details like name, gender and date of birth (optional) to register on App. User can tap on ‘Skip’ if user doesn’t want to take backup or is freshly registered.
What is Sandes platform?
“Sandes is an Open source based, Secure, Cloud enabled platform hosted on Government Infrastructure so that the strategic control remains with GOI. It has features like one-to-one and group messaging, file and media sharing, audio-video call and e-gov application integration etc.
What is Sandes The Made in India messaging app?
“Sandes is an open source based indigenous instant messaging platform developed by NIC, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India to facilitate instant messaging communication in Government organisations,” reads the app’s description.
Who can use the Sandes app?
The Sandes app can be used by both government officials and individual users. It requires a mobile number or government email ID for sign up. Once signed up, users can send and receive messages as well as new create groups or send multimedia content such as images and videos.
Can I integrate Sandes with Nic email?
Currently Sandes is integrated with NIC email, DigiLocker and e-office. At present, full features of Sandes app are available only to the Government verified users. Employees of Government organisation need to contact the Nodal officer of their Ministry/ Department for verification.
What is the difference between WhatsApp and Sandes?
Unlike WhatsApp, Sandes allows users to login via email ID apart from their phone number. However, login by email ID is currently restricted to government officials, though this may change in future once the app attracts a sizeable userbase.
Can Sandes be integrated with other government communications systems?
Sandes can be integrated with other Government communications systems for sending encrypted messages without any cost. Currently Sandes is integrated with NIC email, DigiLocker and e-office. At present, full features of Sandes app are available only to the Government verified users.