India’s Internet Subscribers Expand, but Price Hike on Minimum Plans May Hamper Progress
Ananya Matta - 2025-09-22 10:11On 19 August 2025, Jio and Airtel, together holding 75% of the market, have discontinued their most affordable plans costing ₹249 for 1GB/day:
| Telecom Operator | Old Plan | New Plan |
| Reliance Jio | ₹249 for 28 days (1GB/day) | ₹299 for 28 days (1.5GB/day) |
| Bharti Airtel | ₹249 for 24 days (1GB/day) | ₹299 for 28 days (1GB/day) |
This move has hit rural and low-income households hardest, as many relied on these plans for basic connectivity.