{"id":1290094,"date":"2025-02-02T10:09:47","date_gmt":"2025-02-02T04:39:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1290094"},"modified":"2025-02-02T10:15:03","modified_gmt":"2025-02-02T04:45:03","slug":"voice-only-plans-from-airtel-jio-compared","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/voice-only-plans-from-airtel-jio-compared\/","title":{"rendered":"Voice-Only Plans From Airtel &amp; Jio Compared"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Following recent tariff hikes, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have rolled out new prepaid plans that focus exclusively on voice and SMS benefits. These plans, introduced in response to a directive from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), are designed to help users maintain active SIM cards with basic recharges, especially for those who don\u2019t need mobile data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"475\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Jammu-Kashmir-FIght-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1290266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Jammu-Kashmir-FIght-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Jammu-Kashmir-FIght-1-300x143.jpg 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Jammu-Kashmir-FIght-1-768x365.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reliance Jio and Airtel Launch Prepaid Plans Focused on Voice and SMS Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reliance Jio has introduced two main plans to cater to basic telecommunication needs. The Rs 458 plan offers unlimited voice calls and 1000 SMS for 84 days, providing an affordable option for users focused solely on communication without requiring data. For users seeking longer validity, Jio&#8217;s Rs 1958 plan extends unlimited voice calls and 3600 SMS for a full year (365 days), ideal for those who prefer a long-term solution without the hassle of frequent recharges. Both plans are data-free, focusing entirely on voice and SMS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bharti Airtel, on the other hand, has introduced four prepaid plans. The Rs 499 plan provides unlimited voice calls and 900 SMS for 84 days, similar to Jio\u2019s Rs 458 plan, but with a slightly higher SMS limit. Additionally, Airtel offers a Rs 548 plan that includes 7GB of data, along with unlimited calls and 900 SMS for 84 days, giving users more flexibility for occasional internet use while primarily focusing on voice and SMS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Airtel&#8217;s New Long-Term Plans Offer Unlimited Calls, SMS, and Data for Heavy Users<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Airtel\u2019s Rs 1959 plan, designed for long-term users, mirrors Jio&#8217;s Rs 1958 plan by offering unlimited calls and 3600 SMS for 365 days, with the added benefit of data in some variants. For heavier users, Airtel also offers the Rs 2249 plan, which includes 30GB of data, unlimited calls, and 3600 SMS for 365 days. These plans highlight the growing demand for affordable, no-frills telecom services that prioritize essential communication features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In response to recent tariff hikes, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel launched prepaid plans focusing on voice and SMS benefits. Jio offers Rs 458 and Rs 1958 plans, while Airtel introduces plans like Rs 499, Rs 548, and Rs 1959, with options for data and longer validity, catering to users&#8217; basic communication needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Following recent tariff hikes, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have rolled out new prepaid plans that focus exclusively on voice and SMS benefits. 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