Vodafone Idea's 'Lifeline': Loss Narrows, ARPU & 4G Coverage Soar

• Vodafone Idea (Vi) reported a significant reduction in net loss to Rs 5,286 crore, down from Rs 6,609 crore last year, with revenue increasing to Rs 11,323 crore.
• Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) saw a healthy rise to Rs 186, indicating customers are spending more on Vi services.
• The government provided a major relief by freezing AGR dues of Rs 87,695 crore and extending the repayment period until 2041, boosting investor confidence.
• Vi is focusing on network expansion, increasing 4G capacity by 43% and improving data speeds by 22%, with 4G coverage reaching 85.5% of the population.
• The company plans large-scale investments (Capex of Rs 2,252 crore this quarter) to strengthen its network and accelerate 5G rollout, aiming for a comeback.

Why It Matters: Vodafone Idea shows strong signs of recovery with reduced losses, improved ARPU, and government relief on AGR dues.