6 countries home to some of the most active Telegram group cultures globally. Gaming, crypto and tech communities thrive alongside tight-knit local city chats.
6 countries and one of the largest group-based communities on Telegram. From student networks to local neighborhood chats, engagement runs deep across the region.
India
1,311,229
Pakistan
330,702
Bangladesh
736,991
Sri Lanka
435,148
Nepal
187,882
Maldives
381,552
10 countries and the most group-dense subregion in Asia. Local community chats, trading groups and interest-based communities are active around the clock.
Indonesia
555,557
Vietnam
565,551
Philippines
744,024
Thailand
898,116
Malaysia
498,429
Myanmar
1,154,680
Singapore
780,746
Cambodia
882,909
Laos
397,367
Brunei
232,145
4 countries where Telegram groups have become the primary space for local community organizing. City chats and interest groups are growing fast.
3 countries including Australia, New Zealand and Afghanistan. Diaspora communities, expat groups and local interest chats make up the core of activity here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Asian country has the most Telegram groups?
India leads Asia with over 104 million Telegram users, but Southeast Asia produces the highest density of active groups — Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines each have millions of public communities covering crypto, local news, business and cultural topics.
Is Telegram popular in Southeast Asia?
Very much so. Indonesia has 27 million users, Vietnam and the Philippines are consistently in the global top 10 for downloads. Telegram groups here are used for everything from local trading communities to political discussions and expat networks.
Why do people in Asia use Telegram groups instead of other apps?
Telegram supports groups of up to 200,000 members — far larger than WhatsApp or Facebook groups. In countries with internet restrictions like Pakistan, Bangladesh and Myanmar, Telegram groups also offer a layer of privacy and censorship resistance that drives adoption.