Nilanjan
Mark Zuckerberg, Meta Founder and CEO, announced on Wednesday about the company would launch Whatsapp channels in more than 150 countries, including India.
Whatsapp Channels, a one-way broadcast tool, provide a private way to get updates from organizations and people that are important to users, within WhatsApp.
“Excited to introduce you all to WhatsApp Channels, a new private way for you to get updates from people and organisations you follow. I’m starting this channel to share Meta news and updates. Looking forward to connecting with you all around the world,” Zuckerberg added.
Whatsapp channels can be discovered in ‘Updates’ a new tab where usrs can find Status and channels they select to follow.
Whatsapp Channels are likely to come up over the upcoming few weeks and the company will continue to release more feature and go an expansion drive based on feedback.
“Over the coming months, we’ll also make it possible for anyone to create a channel,” the social network added.
“The Indian Cricket team is thrilled to partner with WhatsApp on the launch of Channels. We kick-off our partnership with WhatsApp with the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 which is set to begin in October. We will leverage Channels to generate excitement and support as India gets ready to host the marquee event after a decade-long wait,” BCCI said after launching the WhatsApp Channel of the Indian Cricket Team.
The news of Whatsapp Channels coming to India has received loud applauses from several celebrities in different fields.
Music sensation Diljit Dosanjh sounded excited about WhatsApp channels, saying that he would be able to express himself and share his important updates on Channels, using the features he loves to use on WhatsApp.
Readers should understand that Channels are different from chats, and whoever they choose to follow will not be visible to other users in their WhatsApp contact list.
