Mobile Recharge to Cost 20% More by 2026: Prepare for Higher Bills!

• Mobile recharge plans are expected to increase by 16-20% by 2026, according to a Morgan Stanley report.
• Major telecom companies Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea are preparing for the price hike.
• Both 4G and 5G plans, especially those offering 2GB daily data, will become more expensive.
• The primary reason for the increase is the significant investment in 5G network expansion and maintenance.
• Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio are expected to benefit, while Vodafone Idea may face challenges retaining customers.

Why It Matters: Mobile recharge plans are expected to increase by 16-20% by 2026 due to 5G expansion and ARPU goals.