India's largest telecom company, Bharti Airtel, today launched its 3G services in Mumbai. The company already launched 3G services in Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Mysore, Manipal, Udupi, Jaipur and Delhi NCR. Airtel will launch its 3G services in all 13 circles where it has obtained licences by March 2011.
"With the highest data penetration in India of over 20%, Mumbai represents the data revolution story that our country is currently witnessing. As we bring the power of 3G to Mumbai today, we are confident that this launch will add impetus to the expansion of data services in India. Whether stuck in office, or on the move — all Mumbaikars can now experience Airtel 3G services and enjoy high-speed internet access and a host of other exciting services on their mobile devices," said Atul Bindal, President - Mobile Services, Bharti Airtel.
Having commenced the rollout of its 3G services a little over a month ago, Airtel says it has already achieved the milestone figure of half a million 3G customers across India.
