Airtel and Vodafone Idea have also launched four new affordable recharge plans recommended by TRAI. Jio launched these four affordable recharge plans last month, in accordance with the 13th amendment to the Telecom Consumer Protection Act, recommended by TRAI. They offer a validity of one month. The telecom regulator had directed telecom companies to launch affordable voice-only plans for feature phone users, so they don't become a burden on their pockets.

These four Jio plans have been launched at prices of ₹147, ₹177, ₹196, and ₹197. Jio has offered these prepaid plans at lower prices than Vodafone-Idea and Airtel. Airtel's cheapest plan with TRAI is priced at ₹185. Similarly, Vodafone's cheapest plan with TRAI is priced at ₹179. Vodafone-Idea's cheapest plan comes with a validity of 25 days.

The Rs. 147 plan,
Jio's cheapest recharge plan, has a validity of 22 days. The benefits of this prepaid plan include unlimited voice calling and free national roaming across India. Users also receive 300 free SMS messages.

Rs. 177 Plan:
Jio's cheapest Rs. 177 recharge plan has a validity of 28 days. The benefits of this prepaid plan include unlimited voice calling and free national roaming across India. Users also receive 300 free SMS messages.

Rs. 196 Plan:
Jio's cheapest Rs. 196 recharge plan comes with a validity of 30 days. The benefits of this prepaid plan include unlimited voice calling and free national roaming across India. Users also receive 300 free SMS messages.

Rs. 197 Plan:
This cheapest recharge plan from Jio comes with a validity of one calendar month. A calendar month means it is valid for one month from the date of recharge. Benefits of this prepaid plan include unlimited voice calling and free national roaming across India. Additionally, users also receive 300 free SMS.

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