Telecom Operators Will Soon Have To Introduce Just 'Voice Call + SMS' Recharge Plans, Here's Why
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Telecom Operators Will Soon Have To Introduce Just 'Voice Call + SMS' Recharge Plans, Here's Why

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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India announced significant consumer-focused changes on Monday with the release of the Telecom Consumers Protection Regulations, 2024. Among the key updates is the directive for telecom operators to introduce tariff plans exclusively offering SMS and voice call benefits. This policy change could impact service providers like Airtel and Vodafone Idea, which still offer 2G services, unlike Reliance Jio, which operates solely on 4G and 5G networks. Other Instructions By TRAI Meanwhile, telecom operators have been focusing on bundled plans that combine voice, data, SMS, and even OTT services to increase their Average Revenue Per User.

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