Overview

• Vi’s phased June 30 rollout brings 5G to 23 additional cities, pushing total coverage above 28 urban and rural centres across its secured spectrum circles.
• Customers with 5G-compatible smartphones can access unlimited data on prepaid plans starting at ₹299 for 28 days, with phones automatically switching to enhanced 4G where 5G is unavailable.
• The operator employs AI-driven Self-Organising Networks and collaborates with Nokia, Ericsson and Samsung to optimize network performance and energy efficiency.
• Vodafone Idea has invested over ₹50,000 crore in capital expenditure and upgraded more than 65,000 sites across various 4G spectrum bands to underpin its 5G expansion.
• Despite outpacing BSNL’s delayed launch, Vi’s footprint still trails rivals Reliance Jio and Airtel, which now cover 5G in over 7,000 cities and PIN codes.