Vodafone Idea to Expand 5G to 90 More Cities by May, Targets 133 Cities Nationwide

vodafone idea 5g 90cities may targets 133 citiesVodafone Idea has announced plans to significantly expand its 5G footprint in India, with services set to go live in 90 additional cities by May 2026. The move marks a major step in the operator’s efforts to strengthen its presence in the country’s evolving 5G landscape with this rollout, Vi’s total 5G coverage will increase from 43 cities to 133 cities nationwide, reflecting a sharp scale-up in deployment over a short period.

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Targeting High-Usage Markets and Emerging Cities

Vi’s latest rollout will span 15 telecom circles, including key regions such as Mumbai, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, and West Bengal. The company is prioritising areas where 5G device penetration is already strong and where data consumption levels are high. This includes a mix of metro cities, industrial corridors, and emerging urban clusters.

Cities like Chennai, Hyderabad, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Gandhinagar, Goa, and Puducherry are among those expected to be part of this expansion phase by aligning its rollout with actual usage demand, Vi is focusing on delivering better network performance in areas where it is likely to see immediate adoption.

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Region-Wise Expansion Strategy

The expansion is structured across different parts of the country to ensure balanced growth:

In North India, Vi will enhance coverage across Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh, with cities such as Karnal, Panipat, Ludhiana, Amritsar, and Haridwar included in the plan.

In Eastern India, the rollout will extend to regions including Kolkata, West Bengal, and Sikkim, covering cities like Durgapur, Asansol, Darjeeling, and Gangtok.

Western markets will also see a boost, with expansion across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Goa. Cities such as Solapur, Kolhapur, Bhiwandi, Udaipur, and Kota are part of the rollout.