If you’re an Airtel user (or even if you’re not), listen up—the telecom giant just dropped a sneaky-good recharge plan that gives you more data for barely more money. For just ₹1 extra over their old ₹398 plan, you now get 14GB more data, unlimited 5G, and the usual perks like free Hotstar.
Let’s break it down—because who doesn’t love a legit deal in this inflation era?
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What’s in the ₹399 Plan?
- Data: 2.5GB/day (total 70GB/month) – up from 2GB/day in the old ₹398 plan.
- 5G: Unlimited (no sneaky speed caps).
- Calls/SMS: Unlimited calls + 100 SMS/day.
- OTT Bonus: Free Hotstar subscription for 28 days.
- Roaming: Free nationwide (except Jammu & Kashmir).
Basically, if you burn through data like it’s oxygen, this plan’s a no-brainer. That extra 0.5GB daily might not sound huge, but over a month? 14GB extra for just ₹1 is a steal.
Why the ₹1 Price Bump Matters
Airtel’s playing smart here. The old ₹398 plan gave you 56GB/month. Now, for a single rupee more, you get 25% more data (70GB). That’s like paying for a candy and getting a whole chocolate bar instead.
Who’s this for?
- Heavy streamers (Netflix, YouTube, Instagram doomscrollers).
- Work-from-homers who need backup hotspot data.
- Anyone tired of rationing their daily data like it’s the apocalypse.
How Does Airtel Compare to Jio, Vi, and BSNL?
Airtel and Jio are basically the MVP duo of Indian telecom right now. Meanwhile, Vi and BSNL are… struggling.
- Jio’s closest plan: ₹399 for 2GB/day + Hotstar, but no extra data bump like Airtel’s.
- Vi and BSNL: Losing users fast (Vi lost 2.74 lakh subscribers recently).
Airtel’s clearly betting on better data deals + 5G dominance to keep pulling users from rivals. And honestly? It’s working.
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The Catch?
- No Jammu & Kashmir roaming (annoying if you travel there).
- Daily data cap: If you blast through 2.5GB by noon, you’re stuck on slower speeds till midnight.
Still, for most people, the pros way outweigh the cons.
Final Verdict: Should You Switch?
If you’re already on Airtel’s ₹398 plan, upgrading is a no-brainer. For just ₹1, you get way more data. If you’re with Jio or Vi, this might be the nudge you need to port your number.
Bottom line? Airtel’s throwing down the gauntlet with this move. And honestly? We’re here for it.
What do you think? Would you switch to this plan, or are you holding out for something better? Drop your thoughts below!
