Airtel, Jio & Vodafone Idea networks down for users in India
In a sudden and unexpected turn of events, Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea networks went down for users in India on Monday, leaving millions of subscribers unable to make calls or access data services. The outage, which began around 4 pm, was reported by thousands of users across the country, with many taking to social media to express their frustration and disappointment.
According to data from Downdetector, a website that tracks outages and issues with various services, there was a significant surge in complaints for all three telecom operators around the time the outage began. The website, which uses a combination of user reports and analytics to track outages, showed that Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea were all experiencing issues with their networks.
The first reports of the outage began emerging on social media platforms, with many users taking to Twitter and other platforms to express their frustration and disappointment. “What’s going on with Airtel? I’m unable to make calls or access data,” tweeted one user. “This is ridiculous! I need my phone for work,” added another.
As the outage continued, more and more users reported issues with their networks, with many taking to social media to vent their frustration. The hashtag #AirtelOutage began trending on Twitter, with many users sharing their own experiences and asking for an explanation from the telecom operator.
Airtel was the first to acknowledge the outage, releasing a statement that acknowledged the issue and promised to work quickly to resolve it. “We’re currently experiencing a network outage, our team is actively working to resolve the issue and restore services promptly,” said a spokesperson for the company.
However, it wasn’t just Airtel that was affected. Jio and Vodafone Idea networks were also reported to be down, with many users taking to social media to report issues with their networks. “I’ve been trying to make a call for the past hour, but it’s not going through,” tweeted one user. “This is unacceptable! I need my phone for work,” added another.
The outage is believed to have affected millions of users across the country, with many relying on their mobile phones for communication and access to essential services. The outage has also raised concerns about the reliability and resilience of India’s telecom infrastructure, with many users expressing concerns about the impact on their daily lives.
The cause of the outage is still unclear, but it’s believed to be related to a technical issue rather than a cyber attack. A spokesperson for Airtel confirmed that the issue was not related to a security breach, but rather a technical problem that was being worked on.
As the outage continues, users are advised to check with their telecom operator for updates on the status of their network. In the meantime, those affected by the outage are being advised to use alternative means of communication, such as messaging apps or landlines, to stay in touch with friends and family.
The outage is a timely reminder of the importance of reliable and resilient telecom infrastructure, and the need for telecom operators to invest in maintaining and upgrading their networks. As India continues to grow and develop, the need for reliable and fast-paced internet and mobile services is only going to increase, making it more important than ever that telecom operators prioritize the maintenance and upgrade of their networks.
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https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/jio-vodafone-idea-networks-down-after-airtel-outage-101755518955465.html
