Reliance Jio becomes world’s largest mobile operator in data traffic
Mumbai, India – India's telecom giant Reliance Jio has become the world's largest mobile operator in terms of data traffic, surpassing China Mobile. The announcement came on Monday as Jio revealed its quarterly results, showcasing staggering numbers and milestones achieved in various segments.
As of March 2024, Jio boasts a subscriber base of 481.8mn, out of which 108mn subscribers are on Jio's True5g Standalone network. The number reflects Jio's stronghold in the Indian telecom market.
According to a press release, the total traffic on the Jio network has reached 40.9 exabytes, marking a 35.2% year-on-year increase. This surge is attributed to the growing adoption of 5G and Home services.
Notably, 28% of the traffic comes from 5G subscribers, indicating a swift transition towards next-generation connectivity. Additionally, Jio's Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) services have contributed significantly to the data traffic.
Since the onset of the COVID19 pandemic, there has been a
dramatic 2.4 times increase in annual data traffic, with per capita monthly data usage skyrocketing to 28.7 GB from just 13.3 GB three years ago. This surge underscores the growing reliance on digital connectivity in India.
Commenting on the results, Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance
Industries Limited, expressed his satisfaction with the company's performance and its contribution to the Indian economy.
He highlighted the significant achievements, including becoming the first Indian company to cross the Rs1tn-threshold in pretax profits. Ambani said, "Initiatives across RIL'S businesses have made a remarkable contribution towards fostering growth of various sectors of the Indian economy. It is heartening to note that alongside strengthening the national economy, all segments have posted a robust financial and operating performance. This has helped the company achieve multiple milestones. I am happy to share that this year, Reliance became the first Indian company to cross the Rs1tn-threshold in pre-tax profits."
Ambani also emphasised Jio's role in driving the digital transformation in India, from upgrading 2G users to smartphones to leading the effort in producing Ai-driven solutions. He noted, "With over 108mn True 5G customers, Jio truly leads the 5G transformation in India. From upgrading the hitherto 2G users to smartphones, to leading the effort of producing Ai-driven solutions, Jio has proved its capability in strengthening the nation's digital infrastructure."
He reiterated Jio's commitment to strengthening the nation's digital infrastructure and its continued efforts to provide innovative solutions to consumers.