Vodafone Idea (Vi) has expanded its 5G services to new locations, following the launch of 5G services in Mumbai and 11 major cricket stadiums across India. Vi 5G is now live in Patna (Bihar) and Chandigarh (Punjab), according to the company's website. Earlier reports indicated that Bangalore, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Patna were among the regions where Vi had planned a 5G rollout by the end of April 2025.
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Strong 5G Adoption Among Mumbai Users
As of this writing, Delhi and Karnataka are expected to be among the next circles where 5G will be launched. Vi has claimed that 70 percent of eligible users in Mumbai are already experiencing its recently launched 5G network. The telecom operator, which offers what it claims to be the most affordable 5G plans in the country, starting at Rs 299, said the early response signals strong consumer demand and confidence in its network capabilities.
Vi commenced its 5G rollout in Mumbai in early March, deploying the network in partnership with Nokia using equipment and technology. The company stated that 20 percent of its current data traffic in the city is already being carried over its 5G infrastructure.
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Investments in 4G and 5G Infrastructure
Vi also says it is continuing to invest in its 4G and 5G infrastructure. In a recent Opensignal report (November 2024), Vi's 4G network was ranked the best in India across several performance metrics, including live video streaming, gaming, and download/upload speeds.
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