Voice-only plans may pressure Vi and BSNL ARPU
In short
Voice-only plans may hurt Vi and BSNL’s average revenue per user more than bigger rivals. The report says companies with larger 2G customer bases could see sharper changes, but experts think the overall revenue damage may stay limited.
This matters because lower ARPU can weaken telecom earnings. The reporting does not say how big the hit could be or when it would show up.
What the reporting says
Voice-only plans could hit Vi and BSNL’s average revenue per user and revenue harder than larger players, according to a publisher-supplied summary. The report says experts expect the impact to be limited overall, with larger 2G subscriber bases likely to see sharper ARPU changes. The specific size of the revenue hit, and which plans or customers are most affected, is not stated in the available reporting.
Why it matters
Voice-only plans are reported to pose a greater ARPU and revenue risk for Vi and BSNL than for larger players, based on a publisher-supplied summary. The reason given is that larger 2G subscriber bases could face sharper ARPU changes, though experts expect limited overall revenue dilution. The report does not provide figures, timing, or a formal policy decision, so the immediate effect remains uncertain.