Airtel
Airtel, one of India’s leading telecom service providers, has once again stepped up to meet the needs of budget conscious customers with the launch of a brand new 85 day prepaid plan. This new offering is designed to provide extended validity at a pocket-friendly price, making it ideal for users who want long-term connectivity without spending too much.
What’s Special About the 85-Day Plan?
The newly introduced plan by Airtel focuses on providing maximum value at a low cost. Priced affordably (exact regional pricing may vary slightly), the 85-day validity plan aims to serve users who do not need heavy daily data but want uninterrupted calling, basic internet access, and long-term validity.
Here’s a quick look at what the plan typically includes:
- Validity: 85 days
- Calling: Unlimited local and STD voice calls to any network
- SMS: Up to 100 SMS/day (as per standard fair usage policy)
- Data: 1GB or 2GB total data (depending on the final variant launched in your region)
Please note that this plan does not come with high-speed daily data limits like the more expensive plans. Instead, it focuses on users who primarily need calling services with occasional data usage, such as light browsing, messaging apps, or UPI payments.
Who Is This Plan Ideal For?
This new Airtel plan is perfect for users who:
- Don’t require heavy daily data
- Primarily use their phones for calling and basic app usage
- Want a longer validity period without frequent recharges
- Prefer a budget-friendly option for secondary numbers
- Live in areas with limited internet usage or for elderly users who mostly use voice calls
In short, it is targeted at light users who value affordability and long-term connectivity more than daily data quotas.
Value Added Services
In addition to the core benefits, Airtel is also offering some value-added services with the plan. These may include:
- Free access to Hello Tunes
- Wynk Music (limited access)
- Airtel Thanks rewards for eligible customers
These benefits enhance the value of the plan without adding to the cost.
Competing with Jio and Vi
With this move, Airtel is directly competing with similar long-validity budget plans from rivals like Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea (Vi). All three telecom players are trying to capture the price-sensitive segment of the market, especially in rural and semi-urban areas where data consumption is lower, but reliable connectivity is still important.
Airtel’s new 85-day plan is a welcome move in a market where inflation is pushing telecom costs higher. By focusing on affordability and simplicity, the telecom giant is showing that it still understands the needs of its diverse user base. Whether you’re a student, a senior citizen, or someone looking for a reliable second number, this plan could be the ideal fit. Customers can check availability and pricing of the plan in their region via the Airtel Thanks app or by visiting the nearest retail store.
