India’s top telecom companies—Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (VI)—are gearing up for a significant price hike starting from July 3rd, 2024. This news, which I shared in a previous blog post, indicated an impending increase of approximately 20-25% in recharge plans. With today, July 2nd, being the last day to avoid these extra costs, it’s crucial to understand what you can do to save money on your mobile plans.
The Upcoming Changes
All three major telecom providers are set to update their pricing across various plans, including 1-month, 3-month, and annual plans. Currently, if you opt for Jio’s 1.5GB per day plan for three months, it costs ₹666, which translates to ₹7.92 per day. However, if you choose the annual plan priced at ₹2,545 for 336 days, the cost per day drops to ₹7.5, offering a saving of ₹119 over the year.
Post the 20% hike, the same annual plan will cost around ₹3,050 for 336 days. This means you’ll be spending approximately ₹500 more than the current price. Additionally, Jio has announced that their 1.5GB per day plan will no longer come with unlimited 5G data. This means most users will likely switch to the 2GB per day plan, resulting in an annual cost increase of around ₹1,000.
Why You Should Act Now
Given these upcoming changes, it is prudent to recharge your mobile plans today to lock in the current rates and avoid future losses. Here’s a closer look at the potential savings:
Jio Plans
- Current 1.5GB per day Annual Plan: ₹2,545 for 336 days
- Per day cost: ₹7.5
- Expected new price: ₹3,050
- Potential loss: ₹500
- Current 2GB per day Annual Plan: Prices will similarly increase, causing an estimated additional annual expense of ₹1,000.
By recharging today, you can save ₹500 to ₹1,000 over the next year.
Also Read: Reliance Jio New Recharge Plan Price Hike: Unlimited 5G Change All | Need to Know
Airtel and VI Plans
While Jio’s price hike details are highlighted here, Airtel and VI are expected to follow a similar trajectory below photo shows the whole new and old price of airtel and V. Both companies will increase their plan prices, below photo shows the whole new and old price of airtel and VI, so the same logic applies: recharging now will result in significant savings over the year.
Also Read: Airtel Announces New Recharge Plan Tariffs Hike: 5G unlimited?
What Plans to Choose?
To maximize your savings and ensure you get the best value, consider the following plans:
- Annual Plan with 1.5GB per day: Ideal for moderate data users. This plan provides ample data for daily usage, including social media, browsing, and moderate video streaming.
- Annual Plan with 2GB per day: Best for heavy data users. If you frequently stream videos, play online games, or need more data for work or studies, this plan ensures you have enough data without facing the new price hike.
Both these plans currently offer unlimited 5G access, which will not be available in the same capacity post-July 3rd.
How to Recharge?
Recharging your plan today is straightforward. You can do it through:
- Official websites or apps: Jio, Airtel, and VI all have user-friendly apps and websites where you can quickly recharge your preferred plan.
- Third-party platforms: Use trusted third-party platforms like Paytm, Google Pay, or PhonePe to recharge.
Final Thoughts
With the telecom price hike just around the corner, today is your last chance to save money on your mobile plans. By recharging now, you can lock in the current rates and avoid spending extra in the coming months. Whether you are a Jio, Airtel, or VI customer, taking action today will help you stay ahead of the price hike and ensure you get the most value out of your telecom plan.
So, don’t wait any longer—recharge your annual plan today and enjoy the benefits of unlimited 5G and significant savings. Save money, stay connected, and make the most of your telecom service by acting before the price hike takes effect tomorrow.
