Following a recent TRAI directive, Airtel and Reliance Jio have introduced their respective voice and SMS-only prepaid plans. TRAI’s order was to introduce distinct Special Tariff Vouchers (STVs) exclusively for voice and SMS services. This initiative aims to cater to specific user groups, such as senior citizens and rural residents, by offering options better suited to their needs.
Airtel Voice and SMS-Only Prepaid Plans
Airtel has taken down some of the plans it introduced earlier on January 22, which included the Rs 509 plan, Rs 1,999 plan, and the Rs 569 plan.
The new Rs 489 plan now offers unlimited local and Roaming calls, 600 SMSes, and 6GB data with a 77-day validity. The Rs 499 voice-only plan has a validity of 84 days with unlimited calls and 900 SMSes and no data. The Rs 548 plan offers the same benefits as the Rs 499 plan, but with 7GB data as well.
Coming to the Rs 1,958 plan, it offers unlimited local and roaming calls and 3600 SMS for 365 days. The plan previously included 24GB of data, and it has now been launched as a new plan that costs Rs 2,249. The Rs 2,249 plan has 30GB data with the same calling and SMS benefits as the Rs 1,958 plan. Other benefits of these two plans include Airtel Xstream App, Apollo 24|7 Circle membership, and free Hello Tunes.
One can opt for these plans through the Airtel Thanks App or from the Airtel website.
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Jio Voice and SMS-Only Prepaid Plans
Jio has launched the Rs 458 voice-only plan with unlimited calls and 1000 SMS benefits without data, valid for 84 days. The second new Jio plan costs Rs 1,958 and offers unlimited calls and 3600 SMSes for 365 days. These new plans are now live on Jio’s website and the MyJio app as well