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BSNL Seizes Opportunity to Compete with Private Telecom Operators

Strategic Insights

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BSNL, the state-owned telecom company, is taking advantage of the recent increase in mobile tariffs by private operators to compete with them. The company has been gearing up for a nationwide rollout of its 4G services after the government announced a fund of Rs 83,000 crore to revitalize BSNL during this year's budget. With over 25,000 new 4G towers installed, BSNL is offering affordable plans that are not available with other operators like Jio, Airtel, or Vi. One such plan is the Rs 397 prepaid recharge plan that provides a validity of 5 months, equivalent to 150 days, with free incoming calls, unlimited free calling to any number in the country, and free nationwide roaming.

Key Takeaways:

  • BSNL is taking advantage of the recent increase in mobile tariffs by private operators to compete with them.
  • The government has announced a fund of Rs 83,000 crore to revitalize BSNL during this year's budget.
  • BSNL has installed over 25,000 new 4G towers across the country.
  • The Rs 397 prepaid recharge plan offers a validity of 5 months, equivalent to 150 days, with free incoming calls, unlimited free calling to any number in the country, and free nationwide roaming.
  • The plan also provides a daily 2GB data allowance for the first 30 days, after which unlimited data is available at a speed of 40kbps.
  • Users are provided with 100 free SMS daily for the first 30 days.
  • MTNL has finalized a deal with BSNL to introduce 4G services to its users, aiming to enhance network services and provide improved 4G connectivity to its user base under a 10-year agreement.
  • The decision to offer 4G services comes at a critical time for both MTNL and BSNL, which had delayed their entry into the 4G market.

Statistics:

  • Rs 83,000 crore fund allocated by the government to revitalize BSNL.
  • Over 25,000 new 4G towers installed by BSNL.
  • BSNL's Rs 397 prepaid recharge plan provides a validity of 5 months, equivalent to 150 days.
  • 2GB daily data allowance for the first 30 days.
  • 40kbps speed for unlimited data after 30 days.
  • 100 free SMS daily for the first 30 days.
  • 10-year agreement between MTNL and BSNL for introducing 4G services.

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