Aircel launches 3G service in Punjab

The launch of 3G services on Aircel will address the high speed digital needs of the consumers.

PTI | April 20, 2011



Private telecom operator Aircel today launched its third generations (3G) services in Punjab.

"The launch of 3G services on Aircel will address the high speed digital needs of the consumers, thus unleashing the power of the Internet further creating opportunities for education, employment, engagement and entertainment which will empower the consumers and impact their Lifestyle," Aircel COO Gurdeep Singh said in a statement.

Aircel is a joint venture between Maxis Communications Berhad, a leading regional telecom group headquartered in Malaysia and the Apollo Hospitals Group.

"Our commitment to the market is underlined by the investment of over USD 8 billion we have made already and a further USD 3 billion we plan to spend in the next three years," Maxis Group CEO Sandip Das said.

At an all-inclusive price of Rs 132, Rs 252, Rs 502 and Rs 802, the consumers can enjoy 75 MB, 150 MB, 350 MB and 1,024 MB data, respectively for a month with inbuilt voice and SMS, the statement said.

In addition to this, the company has attractive data plans, which ensure high speed experience at Rs 92 for 100 MB.

Also, there are attractive Aircel 3G dongle plans for the customers to stay connected on the move and get the best of high speed surfing, it added.

Aircel is a pan-India operator with a presence across 23 circles. Aircel won 3G spectrum in 13 circles and BWA spectrum in eight circles. Aircel has successfully launched 3G services in 13 circles across India, the fastest 3G roll out ever in the Indian Telecom Space.
 

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