Indian telecom operators like Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea increased mobile tariffs in July 2024, resulting in record active users in May 2025.
Telcos are considering raising tariffs by another 10-12% by the end of this year, focusing on tiered pricing to differentiate charges based on usage.
Potential tariff hikes could lead to subscriber churn, prompting telcos to be cautious about the timing and magnitude of increases.
Speculation suggests tariff hikes every two years, with the next round likely in 2026, emphasizing the need for consumers to stay informed.