GSM-based mobile operators in the country added 8.3 million subscribers in May, taking the total subscriber base to 306.4 million. As per the data released by the Cellular Operators’ Association of India (COAI), the total number of GSM (Global System for Mobile communications) subscriptions in India reached 306.4 million in May compared with 298.1 million in April.
Bharti Airtel maintained its pole position in the GSM-space with a market share of 32.48 per cent. Airtel hit the landmark of reaching the 100-million subscriber mark with the addition of 2.8 million subscribers in May.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app