Jio Announces Up to 21% Hike in Mobile Tariffs From December 1 After Airtel, Vodafone Idea

New Delhi: India’s largest mobile operator Reliance Jio on Sunday announced up to 21 per cent hike in its prepaid tariffs from next month, after Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea did the same earlier. The tariff hikes entail JioPhone Plan, Unlimited Plans, and data add on, and range between 19.6 per cent and 21.3 per cent.Also Read – Earthquake of Magnitude 4.2 Hits Champhai in Mizoram

“In line with its commitment to further strengthen a sustainable telecom industry, where every Indian is empowered with a true digital life, Jio today announced its new unlimited plans. These plans will provide the best value in the industry,” Reliance Jio said in a statement. “Upholding the Jio promise of providing the best-quality service at the lowest price globally, Jio customers will continue to be the biggest beneficiaries,” the statement further added. Also Read – Breaking News Highlights: Karnataka to Ramp Up Daily Covid Testing in View of Omicron Threat

The new unlimited plans will go-live on December 1, 2021, and can be opted from existing touchpoints and channels. Airtel and Vodafone Idea last week had announced up to 25 per cent hike in their prepaid plans tariffs to improve financials following tough competition in telecom sector. Also Read – Russian President Vladimir Putin to Visit New Delhi on December 6 For 21st India-Russia Annual Summit

(With agency inputs)