Paytm Removed from Play Store for Policy Violation, Not Government Ban

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Paytm’s tweet comes in the wake of Google pulling down the app from its Play Store for alleged violation of online gambling policies.

Paytm First Games has recently roped in cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar as its brand ambassador

New Delhi: Fintech major Paytm on Friday assured users not to panic, confirming their money remains completely safe, even though Google pulled the app from the Play Store. In a tweet, Paytm said Paytm Android app is temporarily unavailable on Google’s Play Store for new downloads or updates.

“Dear Paytm’ers, Paytm Android app is temporarily unavailable on Google’s Play Store for new downloads or updates. It will be back very soon. All your money is completely safe, and you can continue to enjoy your Paytm app as normal,” said Paytm on Twitter.

Paytm’s tweet comes in the wake of Google pulling down the app from its Play Store for alleged violation of online gambling policies for promoting its fantasy gaming platform Paytm First Games.

Paytm will not be available for download now but there will be no impact on existing users of the app, PTI reported.

Google said in an emailed response on Friday, “We blocked the app for violating Play policies. We also released a clarification of our policy earlier today ahead of the IPL tournament.”

Google also clarified that the issue only affects the app’s availability on the Play Store and does not impact users.

There is often a surge in launch of such apps before major sporting tournaments like the IPL. The latest season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) kicks off on September 19 in the United Arab Emirates.

The fintech major’s subsidiary has recently roped in cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar as its brand ambassador.

Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Founder & CEO – Paytm had said: “Sachin represents the dreams and aspirations of a billion-plus people. He is the pride of our country and the true embodiment of excellence, tenacity, and hard work. This association is based on many of the values we share with the greatest sportsperson of all time. Just like Sachin, we believe that country comes over everything else, followed by the company and finally team. We hope that together we inspire millions of citizens to follow their dreams and achieve greatness.”

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