Vodafone Idea

Vodafone Idea

https://www.myvi.in/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/vodafone-idea-limited/

Vodafone Idea, also known as Vi, is a publicly owned company headquartered in India. Founded in 2018, the company employs approximately 30,540 individuals and reported $5.2B in revenue as of 2024. The company specializes in telecommunications, functioning as an Indian telecom operator that was created through the merger of Vodafone India and Idea Cellular. It provides mobile services, broadband, and passive infrastructure services, offering 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G wireless services along with high-speed broadband.

2025 Revenue

Founded

2018

Headcount

30,532

Headquarters

India

Primary Segment

Telecoms

Ownership

Publicly Owned

News Summary:

Vodafone Idea currently requires an estimated Rs 45000 to Rs 50000 crore for survival and growth in the Indian telecom market, with the government providing some relief, as of May 2, 2026. On the same day, the company was noted for missing out on the fixed wireless access (FWA) service opportunity, which other telecom operators have already adopted. Previously, on May 1, India reduced Vodafone Idea’s long-pending Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues by Rs 23600 crore, lowering the total to £4.96 billion from £6.79 billion. This reduction, stemming from a legal dispute over the government’s method of calculating AGR, which determines licence fees and other dues, involves an annual payment of Rs 100 crore for five years, followed by six larger instalments. Analysts anticipate this relief will enhance financial viability, prompt reversals of past provisions, and attract bank funding, despite spectrum dues of Rs 1.25 trillion continuing to pose a significant financial challenge requiring substantial annual payouts.

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Vodafone Idea offers 5 products in the media and telecoms services industry. Vodafone Idea's product portfolio comprises of telecoms, media and TV services and consumer electronics.

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Vodafone Idea's revenues were $5.2B in 2024. Caretta Research has split Vodafone Idea's revenue into 5 different product categories, the largest of which is mobile services, which represents 37% of Vodafone Idea's revenue.

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May

29th

2026

01:00

FD vs Mutual Funds: Key Differences, Risk & Returns Explained

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May

28th

2026

15:17

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Priority 5G service sparks new telecom war

India’s top telecom operators are sharply divided over the future of 5G monetisation, with Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio backing premium priority services for high-paying subscribers, while Vodafone Idea (Vi) has opposed the move, warning against the creation of a two-tier Internet ecosystem.

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May

28th

2026

10:59

New Offerings, B2B Tag

Airtel vs Vodafone Idea Telecom War Heats Up! Why Vi Is Mocking Airtel's 'Priority Postpaid' Push?

Days after Bharti Airtel defended its 'Priority Postpaid' service plan before a Department of Telecommunications (DoT) panel, Vodafone Idea (Vi) appeared to take an indirect jibe at its telecom rival through a recent campaign. In a social media post, Vi urged users to switch for a 'strong' and 'equal network for everyone'.

May

28th

2026

09:03

Vodafone Idea calls out Airtel Priority Postpaid, demands equal network

Vodafone Idea (Vi) is calling out Airtel's new Priority Postpaid plans, saying everyone deserves the same quality of network: no VIP treatment. Vi's Chief Marketing Officer Avneesh Khosla says it is all about a fair digital experience for every user.

May

28th

2026

06:04

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

India’s telecom base hits 1.33 billion in April: TRAI report

India's total telephone subscriber base expanded to 1,337.54 million at the end of April, driven by a net addition of 6.95 million new connections during the month. The monthly acceleration reflects a steady growth rate of 0.52%, according to official data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).

May

28th

2026

05:37

Vodafone Idea Faces Subscriber Losses in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Mumbai, Kerala and Other Circles

Also Read: Andhra Pradesh Govt Signs MoU with Vodafone Idea Business for MSME Digital Transformation Vi lost users in key revenue markets, including Mumbai, Kolkata, Maharashtra and Goa. These circles are critical because they contribute higher-paying urban subscribers and enterprise customers.

May

27th

2026

08:08

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Vodafone Idea Expands 5G Footprint to 33 More Cities Across Kerala

In South Kerala, cities such as Attingal, Nedumangad, Varkala, Karunagapally, Paravoor (South), Thiruvalla, Changanassery, Ettumanoor, Chengannur, Cherthala and Mavelikkara have been added to the 5G network. Central Kerala locations include Muvattupuzha, Perumbavoor, Kothamangalam, Chalakudy, Chavakkad, Guruvayoor, Irinjalakuda, Kodungallur, Kunnamkulam, Vadakkancherry, Ottappalam, Pattambi and Shoranur.

May

27th

2026

06:58

Vodafone Idea Lost Active Users in April 2026

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), the third-largest telecom operator in India, has improved its performance over the last three to four months. The telco has been receiving positive developments one after another. Now, according to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) data for April 2026, it can be seen that Vi added new users when it comes to overall subscriber base.

May

27th

2026

05:21

11:11 | Monsoon delayed, Change of guard in Karnataka, Vodafone Idea's subscription rises, ONGC results and more

IMD delays Kerala monsoon onset, now expected between May 28 and June 3 The IMD has delayed the expected onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala from May 26 to between May 28 and June 3, pending key weather conditions needed for an official declaration.

May

27th

2026

04:56

Capital Investment, Procurement and Sales, B2B Tag

India Inc. ramps up FY27 investments; energy, defence, digital infra lead ₹10.5 lakh crore capex push

Where is India Inc. planning to invest in FY27? As geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, and recurring energy shocks redraw the global economic map, corporate India is entering FY27 with a distinctly different investment strategy. From defence manufacturing and energy security to data centres, EVs, and critical minerals, companies are increasingly directing capital toward sectors seen as strategic in a world shaped by volatility and supply-chain uncertainty.

May

27th

2026

03:31

Vodafone Idea Says Everyone is a Priority as Company Adds Over 2.2 Lakh New Towers

Because a stronger network should feel strong for everyone, everywhere,” shared the official Vi Customer Care account, along with media containing “Strong… equal network” slogans in the Hindi written in English, probably targeting the masses. This post on social media comes amid Indian private operators sharing their views with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on priority networks via 5G SA Network Slicing technology.

May

26th

2026

23:51

TRAI releases its telecom subscription report for April 2026

As per the latest data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi) gained 3.13 million, 2.94 million and 0.05 million in wireless (mobile) subscribers respectively, while Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) added 0.07 million subscribers month-on-month during April 2026.

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