In a major move to capture the festive market, Reliance Jio has unveiled its Happy New Year 2026 prepaid plans, intensifying competition in India's telecom sector. The new offerings bundle unlimited 5G data, popular OTT entertainment, and a significant free subscription to Google's advanced AI, Gemini Pro, aiming to provide a comprehensive digital package to users.
Plan Details: Validity, Pricing, and Core Benefits
The flagship plan is the Hero Annual Recharge priced at Rs 3,599, which comes with a full year (365 days) of validity. Subscribers get 2.5GB of high-speed data per day along with unlimited 5G data for eligible customers, unlimited voice calls, and 100 SMS per day.
For users seeking shorter commitments, Jio has introduced a 28-day 'Super Celebration Monthly Plan' for Rs 500. This plan provides 2GB of daily data, unlimited calls, daily SMS benefits, and access to Jio's 5G network where available.
Additionally, a flexible 'Flexi Pack' for Rs 103 offers 5GB of total data with a 28-day validity and the choice of one OTT entertainment pack.
Key Highlights: AI Power and Enhanced Entertainment
A standout feature of the new plans is the inclusion of Google's Gemini Pro AI-powered solution. Both the annual and monthly plans come with a complimentary 18-month subscription to Gemini Pro, a service valued at Rs 35,100 if purchased separately. Jio has specified that users must be 18 years or above to access this AI tool, adhering to standard usage guidelines for advanced AI services.
The entertainment quotient has also been amplified. The Rs 500 monthly plan includes access to OTT apps worth Rs 500 per month. Users can select from three curated packs:
- Hindi Pack: JioHotstar, ZEE5, Sony LIV.
- International Pack: JioHotstar, FanCode, Lionsgate Play, Discovery+.
- Regional Pack: JioHotstar, Sun NXT, Kancha Lanka, Hoichoi.
The yearly plan further extends benefits to include JioTV and JioCloud storage solutions, reinforcing Jio's strategy of bundling connectivity, content, and cloud services.
Availability and Market Impact
All Happy New Year 2026 plans are now available for purchase through Jio's official website, the MyJio app, and its extensive network of offline retail stores across India.
By combining long validity, next-generation 5G connectivity, cutting-edge AI, and a vast library of digital entertainment, these plans are strategically designed to increase customer loyalty and usage within the Jio ecosystem. This launch is expected to significantly influence consumer choices in a highly competitive market, setting a new benchmark for value-added telecom services in India.
