# Jio Stays Affordable Amid Tariff Hikes

> Jio promises to stay affordable as telecom rivals raise prices.
- Title: Jio Stays Affordable Amid Tariff Hikes · The Economic Times
- Summary: Jio promises to stay affordable as telecom rivals raise prices. Jio Platforms will maintain low tariffs and quality services despite competitors increasing…
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- Source: The Economic Times — https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/telecom/telecom-news/jio-to-always-stand-for-affordability-akash-ambani-on-tariff-hike-by-competitors/articleshow/134794832.cms
- Author: PTI
- Published: 2026-10-08T15:55:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: jio platforms, akash ambani, bharti airtel, telecom tariffs, 5g, satellite, reliance jio
## Jio's Affordability Promise
Jio Platforms will always remain the most affordable provider while delivering quality service.

> Jio has always stood for being the most affordable player in the market and giving the highest quality of services value for money, and we'll always stand for that
## Competitor Tariff Hike
Bharti Airtel raised postpaid tariffs by Rs 50 with new plans effective October 8, 2026.
## Tariff Impact
The hike increases tariffs by 3-11 percent for postpaid users, with analysts predicting 12-15 percent increases in 4-5 months.
## Jio's Tech Strategy
Jio is building a satellite constellation with over 1,600 low-Earth orbit satellites to compete with Starlink.
## Key takeaway

Jio Platforms will maintain low tariffs and quality services despite competitors increasing mobile rates by 3-11%.