News India Live, Digital Desk: The process of tariff increase has started in the telecom sector. The country’s third largest private telecom company Vodafone Idea (You) has secretly increased the prices of its entry-level 5G plans. Customers who were enjoying unlimited 5G data for just ₹299 till now will now have to spend ₹349 for the same facility. This change has been implemented especially in high-usage circles like Delhi, Mumbai and Karnataka.

What changed? (₹299 vs ₹349)

Vi has restructured its portfolio by removing the ‘Unlimited 5G’ benefit from the ₹299 plan. ₹349 Have shifted to the 1st plan.

First: ₹299 offered ‘Unlimited 5G’ with 1GB/day 4G data for 28 days.

Now: The ₹299 plan in Delhi, Mumbai and some other circles only 1GB/day 4G data Will get only. Now for unlimited 5G ₹349 It will be mandatory to recharge the mobile phone, in which 1.5GB/day data is available.

Prices increased in these states and cities (Affected Circles)

The company has not implemented this decision in the entire country but in some major circles. The affected areas are listed below:

Delhi

mumbai

Karnataka

Haryana

Gujarat

Rajasthan

Bihar

Punjab

Now the starting plan of 5G in these circles will start from ₹ 349. However, circles like UP East, UP West, West Bengal and Kerala are still offering 5G service at ₹299.

Why did 5G become expensive?

Market experts believe that Vi ARPU (Average Revenue Per User) That means the average earning per customer is less as compared to other companies (Jio and Airtel). The company has taken this step to invest heavily in 5G network expansion and increase profits. The prices of other plans are also expected to increase by 15-20% in the initial months of 2026.

What options do users have?

If you are in the affected circle, you We App You can check ‘App-Only’ offers through. Sometimes the company is offering special discounts on the app or additional data offers on the ₹299 plan to woo old customers.