Airtel Recharge: Big Shock for Users! Fan-Favourite Rs 299 Plan Suddenly Scrapped

Airtel has quietly changed its prepaid recharge lineup, getting rid of some popular budget plans, including the Rs 299 pack. Now, customers will have to look for new options to recharge their numbers.

Shock for Airtel Customers

For a long time, the Rs 299 prepaid plan was a go-to for many Airtel users. It gave them 1GB of data daily, unlimited voice calls, and 100 SMS per day for 28 days. The plan also threw in extras like free Hello Tunes and a Perplexity Pro AI subscription. Now, Airtel has pulled the plug on this plan, leaving a big gap for people who wanted a monthly recharge under Rs 300.

Rs 299 Recharge Plan Suddenly Removed

With the Rs 299 plan gone, Airtel is pushing the Rs 349 pack as the main option. This plan also has a 28-day validity but offers double the data—2GB per day, along with unlimited calls and 100 daily SMS. You also get a six-month Apple Music subscription and free Hello Tunes. Basically, you pay Rs 50 extra for double the data. But for users who don't need that much data, this extra cost might feel like a pinch.

Rs 299 Plan No Longer Available

It looks like Airtel didn't just stop at the Rs 299 plan. They have also removed two other recharge packs. The Rs 579 plan used to offer 1.5GB of daily data for 56 days. Similarly, the Rs 619 pack gave 1.5GB of data per day for 60 days. Both these plans are now missing from the Airtel website. This change was first rolled out in a few telecom circles and has now been applied to other regions too.

Rs 219 Pack

Even without the Rs 299 plan, Airtel users still have some choices. If you mainly need calls and less data, the Rs 219 pack is a good option. It gives you unlimited calling and a total of 3GB of data for 28 days. For those who hate recharging often, there's a yearly plan for Rs 2,249. This one comes with 365 days of validity, 30GB of total data, and unlimited voice calls. Remember, plan availability can change depending on your circle, so it's always best to check the Airtel app or website before you recharge.