Millions of Indians are exercising their right to choose a better mobile network! According to the latest data, a whopping 1.15 crore (over 10 million) mobile number portability (MNP) requests were made in February 2024 alone. This means that over a crore people decided to switch their mobile network provider to potentially find a better deal or service.
Here’s the thing: You can too! In India, you have the freedom to switch your mobile network operator without losing your phone number. That’s right, you keep your number, but switch the network you use. So, if you’re unhappy with your current provider’s plans, coverage, or service, MNP empowers you to explore other options.
The data shows that MNP requests were spread across the country, with 6.54 million coming from the north and west India (Zone-1) and 4.99 million from the south and east India (Zone-2). This indicates that people across the nation are taking advantage of this option.
There are some safeguards in place to prevent misuse. If you’ve recently ported your number (within 90 days) or activated a new SIM (within 90 days), you’ll need to wait a bit before switching again. But otherwise, the option to choose is yours! So, if you’re feeling stuck with a network that isn’t meeting your needs, don’t hesitate to explore your MNP options and find a better fit!
