Rs 55,000 Crore Capex Plan: President of India-Backed Telecom Company Launches 5G Services in Delhi NCR to Expand to All 17 Circles by August 2025
The company's majority of stake, i.e., 49 per cent, is owned by the Government of India (Department of Investment and Public Asset Management).
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is gearing up to introduce its high-speed 5G services in Delhi NCR starting on May 15, 2025, representing a significant stride in its nationwide 5G deployment strategy. This expansion builds upon previous launches in Mumbai, Chandigarh and Patna, as Vi progresses towards its goal of covering all 17 priority circles with 5G connectivity by August of this year. This initiative underscores Vi's commitment to enhancing digital infrastructure across key regions in India.
Vi’s initial 5G offering provides unlimited data for customers using 5 G-enabled devices, with plans starting at Rs 299. Residents and businesses in Delhi NCR can anticipate a vastly improved mobile experience, including faster speeds for streaming, gaming and downloading large files. To establish its next-generation 5G network in the region, Vi has collaborated with Ericsson, focusing on energy-efficient and lighter hardware. The deployment also incorporates AI-powered SON technology to optimise network performance and employs a 5G NSA architecture, ensuring a seamless transition between 4G and 5G for users.
This ambitious 5G rollout across 17 circles is part of Vi’s substantial Rs 55,000 crore capital expenditure plan spanning three years. Following the Delhi NCR launch, cities like Bengaluru and Mysuru are slated for the next phase of deployment, with ongoing work in other key markets within the remaining circles. Impressively, in Mumbai, 70 per cent of eligible users are already experiencing Vi’s 5G services and approximately 20% of the city's data traffic is now carried over the 5G network. Vi's ongoing efforts aim to construct a robust, future-ready network capable of meeting the evolving digital needs of India.
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About Vodafone Idea Ltd
Vodafone Idea Limited is amongst India’s leading telecom service providers. The company provides Pan-India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G platforms. The company holds a large spectrum portfolio, including mid-band 5G spectrum in 17 circles and mm-Wave 5G spectrum in 16 circles. To support the growing demand for data and voice, the Company is committed to delivering delightful customer experiences and contributing towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow.
The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future-ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence.
The company has a market capitalisation of over Rs 76,000 crore with the world’s largest outstanding shares of 1,08,34,30,35,001 shares. The company's majority of stake, i.e., 49 per cent, is owned by the Government of India (Department of Investment and Public Asset Management).
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