Jio Introduces New Prepaid Plan With Free OTT Access at Just Rs 175

Reliance Jio has introduced a new plan for its users. Following a recent price hike, many customers have switched from Jio to BSNL. Previously, Jio offered unlimited calling benefits for free. To counteract this shift, Jio now provides access to 12 OTT channels for less than Rs. 200. Amid rising mobile tariffs, Jio has launched the Rs. 175 recharge plan to retain its user base by offering more affordable options with added benefits.

The new Rs. 175 prepaid recharge plan is part of Jio's entertainment category and can be recharged via Jio's website or the MyJio app. This plan offers a 28-day validity period and includes 10GB of high-speed data without a daily limit. However, it does not include calling benefits and is meant to complement existing plans.

Subscribers of the Rs. 175 plan get free access to several OTT apps such as Sony LIV, Zee5, Jio Cinema Premium, Lionsgate Play, Discovery+, Sun NXT, Kanchha Lannka, Planet Marathi, Chaupal, DocuBay, Epic On, and Hoichoi. These subscriptions are valid for the same 28 days as the data benefits.

Additionally, Jio has introduced three other entertainment plans: Rs. 329, Rs. 1029, and Rs. 1049, which offer various benefits like unlimited voice calls, OTT app subscriptions, and daily data allowances.

Another strategic offering from Jio is the Rs. 355 Freedom Plan. This plan provides a full 30-day validity with unlimited free calling throughout the period. Subscribers also receive a total of 25GB of data without any daily limit restrictions, allowing them to use their data as needed throughout the month.

The Rs. 355 Freedom Plan also includes 100 free SMS daily for the entire duration of its validity. These new plans aim to cater to diverse user needs and preferences in the competitive telecom market by offering OTT subscriptions and sufficient data benefits.

Jio's introduction of these new plans comes in response to price hikes by private telecom companies that have led many customers to switch to BSNL. The Rs. 175 plan is designed to lure back users by providing an affordable option with additional entertainment benefits.

By offering these differentiated plans, Jio aims to retain its user base and attract new customers amidst rising mobile tariffs and increased competition in the telecom sector.

These strategic moves by Jio highlight its efforts to maintain a competitive edge in the market while addressing customer needs for affordable and comprehensive mobile plans.