Airtel has increased the price of its entry-level prepaid plan in India. The telecom giant has discontinued its Rs 189 “Truly Unlimited” plan, making the Rs 199 pack the new minimum recharge option for unlimited voice and SMS users. This move marks another round of tariff hikes in 2025, affecting millions of prepaid customers across the country.
Airtel Rs 199 Plan Becomes The Cheapest Unlimited Plan
Bharti Airtel has officially phased out the Rs 189 plan from its prepaid portfolio. Now, the Rs 199 plan stands as the most affordable “Truly Unlimited” option for users who rely primarily on calls and light data use. The increase may seem small, but it signals Airtel’s broader strategy to improve revenue and align tariffs with rising operational costs.
Airtel Rs 199 Plan Details
Here’s what the new entry-level plan offers:
- Unlimited voice calls across all networks in India.
- 100 SMS per day for the 28-day validity period.
- 2 GB of total data (post-quota data charged at ₹0.50/MB).
- Airtel Rewards, including HelloTunes and access to select partner offers such as a complimentary Perplexity Pro AI subscription worth ₹17,000 for 12 months.
What It Means For Users
With the Rs 189 pack gone, Airtel users will now pay slightly more for the same unlimited benefits. While the Rs 199 plan includes a few added perks, the hike may impact budget-conscious customers who relied on lower-value plans. The next available pack, priced at Rs 219, offers additional data benefits for moderate users.
As the telecom industry continues adjusting tariffs, Airtel’s latest move suggests further price changes may follow in 2025, aligning with its push toward better profitability and 5G expansion.
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