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No data needed? Airtel rolls out ₹185 voice-only recharge

Published: 18 October 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

Bharti Airtel has launched three prepaid voice-and-SMS-only plans priced at ₹185, ₹203 and ₹206. Each offers unlimited local, STD and roaming calls plus 300 SMS, with no bundled mobile data. ₹185: 28-day validity ₹203: 30-day validity ₹206: one calendar month validity

Key Takeaways

The launch follows new TRAI rules requiring operators to provide voice-and-SMS-only options at reduced tariffs without forcing customers to pay for bundled data. The plans are already listed on Airtel's app and website.

Sources

Moneycontrol, The Hindu