Telenor India Pilots 4G In Warangal

• Rolls out Lean GSM technology to optimize spectrum use for network efficiency

• 100% Network sites have been modernized with state-of-the-art equipment to deliver high speed internet and enhanced voice experience

• Rolls out super saver 4G plans for customers starting @ just Rs 85

As part of its network modernization plan, Telenor India today announced the launch of a pilot to deliver high speed 4G services for its customers in Warangal. Subscribers will now experience high speed wireless mobile internet on the company’s advance

Network architecture and get on to the digital super highway to cater to their data needs.

The pilot in Warangal follows the successful test pilot of Telenor’s 4G services across its 6 circles in Varanasi, Vizag, Amravati, Agra, Anand, Lucknow, Ranchi, Vijayawada, Tenali, Eluru, Bhimavaram and Dhanbad. With this Telenor has moved a step closer to its ambition of Internet for All and becoming the preferred partner in the digital life of its customers.

The high speed 4G data packs comes at seven different price point starting from Rs 85 to Rs 249. STV 85 offers 500MB 4G data for a validity of 21 days. Wherein STV 149 offers 1 GB 4G data + all local and STD calls @ 25p/min with the validity of 28 days. For high end data users, company has launched STV 249 which offers 2 GB 4G data + all local calls and STD calls at 25p/min with the validity of 28 days. Customers can avail this offer by walking into any of the fully functional Telenor branded stores in Warangal and few selected retail outlets.

For new Telenor subscribers, company has introduced special tariff voucher (STV) of 189 rupees which offers Rs. 40 talktime, 1 GB 4G data and all Local & STD calls at 25 paise/minute with the validity of 28 days.

Speaking on the occasion, Shrinath Kotian, Circle Business Head – AP&TS, Telenor India, said “We are really excited to offer high speed 4G services to our Warangal customers. With 100 percent sites being ready in the city with advanced equipment and efficient spectral deployment, the company is geared up to offer superior speed and better experience at affordable price. Our 4G plans are very cost effective and provide best deal to customers in this market. In addition to this, the network is energy efficient and much more reliable. This makes Telenor network one of the best in the city both on voice and data services. We have plans to pilot more cities in the state very soon and stand committed to our promise of full paisa vasool.”

Telenor AP & TS has announced the modernization of its entire network in 2015. As of now 64% of its sites have been modernized. To make its network future ready, Telenor has deployed latest Technology Equipment that provides superior voice and data experience. At the sites that have been migrated to the new technology, Telenor has reduced congestion and increased data throughput resulting in an improved network experience for its customers. This is one of the biggest network modernization deal made by Telenor Group across its business units.