BSNL offers free 4G SIM to everyone

BSNL offers free 4G SIM to everyone 

BSNL has recently announced that it is converting its 2G/3G SIMs into 4G so that it can offer a fast network to its users. The operator is five years late in terms of providing a 4G network in the country, and now when Reliance Jio has become the leader of the sector, it will be very difficult for the former to get the users. Vodafone Idea Gift

However, it will be interesting to see how BSNL will attract users at this point as both Airtel and Vodafone-Idea are losing customers due to brutal price war and debt. This also means that the state-run telecom operator BSNL has to launch its services with attractive plans and services if it wants to compete with Reliance Jio

How To Upgrade BSNL 3G SIM Into 4G SIM In fact, the operator has already come up with a new offer for those who want to upgrade their 3G SIM into 4G SIM for free. Notably, this offer is valid for only 90 days, and it will be available in all circles. To avail, this offer user first needs to spend Rs. 100 for recharging, and then you'll get a 4G SIM card for free. This means that you'll only get a SIM, after paying Rs. 100 for the recharge.  Free Disney+ Hotstar subscription

How To Activate 4G SIM 

Step 1: First, you need to send a message from your BSNL number.

Step 2: You have to write RE4G in the message, and send it to 53734.

Step 3: After that, you will receive the message from the operator, and you have to reply to it with a 'RE4G YES'.

Step 4: Then, you will receive another message from the company. After that, you have to wait for the network signal to disappear from the old SIM.

Step 5: Then, you'll get a signal on the new 4G SIM, and you can use the number.

The company has recently launched two 4G plans, where it is offering 10GB data per day. The plans are priced at Rs. 96, and Rs. 236, respectively. These plans are not providing unlimited calling and message.

BSNL Plans To Upgrade 49,300 Sites Into 4G - More Good news for BSNL customers

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is trying its level best to upgrade its 2G and 3G sites into 4G, despite the fact it is facing a huge financial crisis due to ongoing competition in the telecom sector. Now, it has been reported that the board has approved its plan for upgrading 49,300 sites with the investment of Rs. 2,300 crore. Jagan Anna vidhya Deevana

The broad believes that only up-gradation of 2G and 3G sites will be done in the shortest time."The up-gradation would see a rollout in mere 4-6 months' time without noticeable disruption in comparison to 18-20 months required through tender route," the state-run telecom operator BSNL was quoted by Economic Times. The telco has also estimated the up-gradation cost, and said the setting up new towers is less than upgrading the old.

Besides, the operator has decided to give the up-gradation project to Nokia and ZTE under this phase. Earlier, the company was planning to give this contract to Samsung. However, there is no confirmation from the operator side. But, that a fact that the operator is looking for the 4G network as it is behind other private players. On the other hand, that's true that the operator is offering 4G plans in some circles.

BSNL 4G Prepaid Plans: Details BSNL is offering two prepaid 4G plans in the country. The prepaid plans are priced at Rs. 96 and Rs. 236, where it is offering 10GB data only. These packs are specially designed for people that are dependent on data a lot. These packs are not providing any calling and message benefits, which means that users have to opt for new packs for calling and message services. BSNL 4G Services Available In Limited Circles Currently, the operator is offering its 4G services in only a few circles.

For the unaware, the 4G plans are available in Kolkata, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Gujarat, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Kolkata.   The operator is not making any money in the country ever since Reliance Jio has started its operations in the country. The latter has launched its operations with free voice calling and data, which has affected the whole telecom industry.