Bharti Airtel Crosses 650 Million Users, Becomes World’s Second-Largest Telecom Operator
Bharti Airtel has surpassed 650 million customers across its global markets, strengthening its position as the world’s second-largest telecom operator by subscriber base, according to GSMA Intelligence. The Sunil Mittal-led telecom giant operates extensively across India and Africa, continuing to expand its global footprint. The milestone highlights Airtel’s rapid growth and its strong presence in both emerging and high-demand telecom markets.
Commenting on the achievement, Gopal Vittal said the milestone brings greater responsibility to enhance customer experience and service quality. He emphasized the company’s continued investments in advanced technologies to deliver secure, reliable connectivity while strengthening customer trust. Airtel remains focused on innovation, aiming to improve network reliability and elevate user experience across all touchpoints.
In India, Airtel serves over 368 million mobile customers and has been at the forefront of 5G rollout with its 5G Plus services, alongside offerings like Xstream AirFiber and IPTV. The company also reaches millions through broadband and digital TV services, while expanding into financial services through its NBFC initiative. In Africa, Airtel has over 179 million users across 14 countries, driven by Airtel Money, which serves more than 52 million customers and promotes financial inclusion. Additionally, Airtel is exploring new growth avenues, including satellite communications through its OneWeb-Eutelsat partnership, expected to launch services in India soon.
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