Vi targets network investment and subscriber growth in FY27

Vodafone Idea chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said FY26 helped resolve key financial issues, including the AGR dispute and promoter capital infusion. The telecom operator will prioritise network investment, competitiveness and subscriber growth in FY27, while supporting calls for higher industry tariffs.

— Filed Thu, 6 Aug, 2026, 00:37 IST · Source ET Small Business · Updated

Vodafone Idea chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said FY26 resolved key financial challenges, including the AGR dispute and promoter capital infusion. Vi will focus on network investment, competitiveness and subscriber growth in FY27, while backing industry calls for higher telecom tariffs.

Why this matters

The FY27 focus follows Vi's call for periodic tariff hikes to fund 5G expansion through FY29 and its launch of a Rs 200 prepaid entertainment pack with 30GB data and 20 OTT services.

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