Mobile Tariff Hike: Government Clarifies, Explains Reasons Behind Price Increase
Indian telecom companies i.e. Jio Airtel and Vi have recently increased the prices of their tariff plans. There has been a stir among the public regarding this.
On this, TRAI has clarified that in the last two years, some TSPs have invested heavily in launching 5G services across the country. In such a situation, tariff hike is not a big deal.
The government has recently addressed concerns about the increase in mobile service charges in India. He explained that the telecom market operates on the basis of supply and demand with many players. It includes three private companies and one public sector service provider.
Conclusion
The recent mobile tariff hike has undoubtedly raised concerns among consumers. However, it is crucial to understand the underlying factors driving the price increase and the government's stance on the matter. By carefully managing usage, exploring alternative options, and making informed decisions, consumers can navigate the changing telecom landscape and ensure they are getting the most value for their money.
Here we are talking about private companies i.e. Jio, Airtel and VI, which have recently increased the price of their tariff plans. Whereas BSNL is counted among the public sector providers.
The current price hike comes after a period of two years, during which telecom service providers (TSPs) have invested heavily in rolling out 5G infrastructure across the country. This investment has yielded significant results.
This includes a 100 Mbps jump in average mobile speeds and a dramatic improvement in India's global mobile internet speed ranking. Our country has moved from 111th position to 15th position in October 2022.
