Airtel Increases Prepaid and Postpaid Plan Prices: What You Need to Know

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New Delhi: Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecom operators, has announced significant changes to its prepaid and postpaid plans. These adjustments come in the wake of Reliance Jio’s tariff revisions, signaling a competitive shift in the industry.

Why the Price Hike?

Airtel’s move to raise prices is driven by its commitment to maintaining a financially healthy business model. The company aims to boost its Average Revenue per User (ARPU) beyond Rs 300, allowing for continued investment in network technology and spectrum. By doing so, Airtel seeks to strike a balance between profitability and customer affordability.

Prepaid Plans: What’s Changing?

Let’s dive into the specifics of Airtel’s revised prepaid plans:

  1. Rs 199 Plan: Previously priced at Rs 179, this plan now costs Rs 199. It includes 2GB of data, unlimited calling, and 100 SMS per day for 28 days.
  2. Rs 509 Plan: Formerly priced at Rs 455, this plan now stands at Rs 509. It offers 6GB of data, unlimited calling, and 100 SMS per day for 84 days.
  3. Rs 1999 Plan: Previously priced at Rs 1799, this plan now comes in at Rs 1999. It includes 24GB of data, unlimited calling, and 100 SMS per day for 365 days.
  4. Rs 299 Plan: Formerly at Rs 265, this plan now costs Rs 299. It provides 1GB of data per day, unlimited calling, and 100 SMS per day for 28 days.
  5. Rs 349 Plan: Previously priced at Rs 299, this plan now stands at Rs 349. It offers 1.5GB of data per day, unlimited calling, and 100 SMS per day for 28 days.
  6. Rs 409 Plan: Earlier priced at Rs 359, this plan now comes in at Rs 409. It provides 2.5GB of data per day, unlimited calling, and 100 SMS per day for 28 days.
  7. Rs 449 Plan: Formerly priced at Rs 399, this plan now costs Rs 449. It includes 3GB of data per day, unlimited calling, and 100 SMS per day for 28 days.
  8. Rs 579 Plan: Previously at Rs 479, this plan now stands at Rs 579.

Postpaid Plans: What’s Changing?

Airtel’s postpaid plans are also getting a makeover:

  1. Rs 399 Plan: The existing plan, which includes one connection and anXstream Premium subscription with 40GB data, will soon be available for Rs 449.
  2. Rs 499 Plan: This plan, offering 75GB of data along with Xstream Premium, Disney+ Hotstar, and Amazon Prime subscriptions, will be priced at Rs 549.
  3. Rs 599 Plan: Previously providing two connections and 1005GB data, it will now cost Rs 699.
  4. Rs 999 Plan: Offering four connections and 190GB of data, this plan will soon be priced at Rs 1,199. It also includes Xstream Premium, Disney+ Hotstar, Airtel Wynk, and Amazon Prime subscriptions.
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Effective Date

The new tariffs for both prepaid and postpaid plans will take effect from July 3. Customers can find detailed information on Airtel’s official website, and postpaid users should expect adjustments in their monthly bills based on the new plans.

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