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Purpose of Study: The aim of this study is to identify the challenges and implications of using virtual space in the English Language teaching and learning process. The present global scenario is in a dire necessity of teachers to be updated in new innovative methods of teaching learning processes. The teachers are encouraged to develop a virtual class space to harmonize their teaching process and the students are supposed to devote their learning hours in this virtual space where the teachers may render different sorts of activities to enhance their language learning. Methodology:The study was conducted among twenty five English Language teachers using a background information questionnaire to capture the insights and perceptions of teachers about the virtual English classrooms. Main Findings: This study identifies different challenges and implications of teachers towards the use of virtual space in English language teaching and learning process. The study reveals that the virtual learning spacecan be madean effective tool that facilitates the language learners to feel at ease and to create a stress free learning environment by following certain strategies to overcome the challenges. Application of this study: Considering the various technological findings and their effectiveness as a learning platform, this study tries to provide an overview of the challenges of using thevirtual platforms and strategies to overcome those challenges. The strategies to overcome the challenges can enhance both technical skills and language skills of not only the students but also the teaching fraternity. Novelty of the study: The global education system has embarked upon the utilization of the traditional classrooms and also additional virtual classrooms to improve the quality of teaching learning process at all levels.