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**Summary:**

Airtel has reintroduced its ₹399 plan with some modifications. The plan offers 2.5GB of daily data, unlimited 5G data, unlimited calling, 100 SMS per day, and a 28-day subscription to Disney+ Hotstar Mobile. A significant addition is a subscription to Perplexity Pro AI. Jio also offers a ₹399 plan with similar data and calling benefits, along with a 90-day Disney+ Hotstar access, and JioAiCloud access, but it doesn’t include the Perplexity Pro AI subscription.

**News Article:**

**Airtel Revamps ₹399 Plan, Adds AI Edge to Combat Jio**

**New Delhi:** Airtel has re-launched its ₹399 plan, packing it with data, entertainment, and a surprising addition: access to AI services. The move appears aimed at directly competing with Jio’s existing ₹399 offering and attracting users with enhanced value.

The revamped Airtel plan offers 2.5GB of daily data, unlimited 5G data, unlimited voice calling, and 100 SMS per day, all with a 28-day validity. Subscribers will also receive a 28-day subscription to Disney+ Hotstar Mobile.

The key differentiator is the inclusion of access to Perplexity Pro AI, a subscription valued at ₹17,000 per year. This gives Airtel customers access to a powerful AI tool for information retrieval and research.

Jio’s ₹399 plan provides similar benefits, including 2.5GB of daily data, unlimited calling, 100 SMS per day, and unlimited 5G data. Furthermore it features a 90-day subscription to Disney+ Hotstar and JioAiCloud access. However, Jio’s plan does not offer access to Perplexity Pro AI, giving Airtel a unique selling point.

“This updated plan reflects Airtel’s commitment to providing our customers with the best possible value and innovative services,” said an Airtel spokesperson. “By bundling Perplexity Pro AI, we’re empowering our users with cutting-edge technology to enhance their daily lives.”

The move comes as telecom operators continue to battle for market share, focusing on value-added services to attract and retain customers. The inclusion of AI in a prepaid plan could set a new trend in the competitive Indian telecom market.

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