Reliance Jio, the country’s largest telecom provider with over 490 million users, has once again made waves with adjustments to its recharge plans. Known for offering a wide range of options for users across different budgets, Jio has now altered two of its most affordable data voucher plans—the Rs 19 and Rs 29 plans—leaving some customers disappointed.
Changes to the Rs 19 Plan
The Rs 19 data voucher has historically been popular for its affordability and flexibility. Previously, its validity aligned with the base plan’s duration. For example, if your base plan had an 84-day validity, the Rs 19 voucher would also provide the same validity while offering 1GB of additional data.
However, this feature has now been significantly altered. The Rs 19 data voucher still offers 1GB of data, but the validity has been slashed to just 1 day. This change forces users to consume the data quickly, making it less appealing to those seeking longer-term benefits.
Changes to the Rs 29 Plan
The Rs 29 recharge plan, another popular data voucher, has also undergone a similar adjustment. This plan provides users with 2GB of data, but its validity is now restricted to just 2 days. Any unused data after this period will automatically expire, a major shift from the previous practice of matching the validity to the base plan.
Impact on Users
These revisions highlight a clear departure from Jio’s earlier approach to providing extended flexibility with its data vouchers. The reduced validity periods mean that users must carefully plan their data consumption to avoid wastage, especially for the Rs 19 and Rs 29 plans.
These changes might prompt budget-conscious users to explore alternative recharge options or reconsider their overall data usage strategies.