Jio, Airtel, and Vi Entry-level Recharge Plans
The new entry-level recharge plans now begin at ₹299
Indian mobile users are set to spend more on data as Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have withdrawn their low-cost prepaid recharge packs. The move, aimed at boosting average revenue per user (ARPU), leaves millions of subscribers with no choice but to shift to higher-priced plans.

Cheapest Plans Now Start at ₹299
With budget-friendly packs out of the picture, the new entry-level recharge plans now begin at ₹299 and above, offering at least 1GB of data per day. This marks a steep price jump for cost-conscious users who previously depended on cheaper options.
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Jio vs Airtel vs Vi Recharge Plans
Operator | Plan Price | Data Benefit | Validity |
---|---|---|---|
Reliance Jio | ₹299 | 1.5GB/day | 28 days |
₹349 | 2GB/day | 28 days | |
Bharti Airtel | ₹349 | 1.5GB/day | 28 days |
₹361 | 50GB (monthly) | 30 days | |
Vodafone Idea (Vi) | ₹299 | 1GB/day | 28 days |
₹349 | 1.5GB/day | 28 days | |
₹408 | 2GB/day | 28 days |
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Interestingly, while Jio and Airtel have phased out budget packs, Vodafone Idea (Vi) continues to retain them. This could make Vi a more attractive choice for price-sensitive consumers who are unwilling to spend more on mobile data