Vi says periodic tariff hikes are needed to fund 5G expansion through FY29

Vodafone Idea chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said periodic tariff increases will be necessary to sustain 5G investment. The telecom operator is seeking lender funding for ₹45,000 crore in capex across FY27-FY29 after reporting improved financial clarity and customer growth in FY26.

— Filed Wed, 5 Aug, 2026, 23:09 IST · Source Mint · Updated

Vodafone Idea chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said periodic tariff hikes are needed to sustain 5G investment. Vi is seeking lender funding for ₹45,000 crore of capex through FY29, following improved financial clarity and customer growth in FY26.

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Vi's proposed tariff increases follow its launch of a ₹200 prepaid entertainment pack offering 30GB data and access to 20 OTT services, indicating continued efforts to grow customer value while funding network investment.

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